We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
The Autonomous Robotics Engineer will play a key role in defining, deploying, and scaling next-generation automation across Ford’s global manufacturing network. This role supports the launch of advanced Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) and AGV technologies that modernize in-plant logistics, increase safety, improve quality, and enable Best-in-World manufacturing performance.
You will work hands-on with robotics systems, controls, IT architecture, and cross-functional launch teams to deliver reliable, repeatable automation that transforms how material moves in our plants.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, commissioning, and launch of AMR systems for in-plant material flow.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Controls, IT, Safety, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering) to plan and integrate AMR/AGV systems into facility operations.
- Diagnose and resolve issues across controls, networking, software, and system integration during facility commissioning and launch.
- Drive continuous improvement activities to enhance AMR throughput, uptime, fleet behavior, and system robustness.
- Benchmark Best-in-World AMR/AGV deployments and translate findings into Ford’s automation strategy and standards.
- Lead design reviews, risk assessments, readiness evaluations, commissioning processes, and handoff to plant operations.
You'll have...
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, mechatronics, computer science, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience deploying automation or robotics systems in a manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of controls systems, industrial networking, and IT/OT interfaces related to robotics.
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally to support launch activities.
- Must be open to travel
Even better, you may have...
- Strong self-starter with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive issues to closure.
- Experience with PLC controls (Allen-Bradley preferred), industrial robotics, AMR/AGV platforms, or virtual commissioning tools.
- Understanding of safety, quality, and regulatory standards related to AGV/AMR technologies.
- Familiarity with Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Experience with system-level debugging, root-cause analysis, and performance optimization.
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 6.
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This position is a range of salary grades 6,7,8.
**Visa sponsorship is available for this position. **
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This position is hybrid (onsite four days per week) for candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location or remote for non-local candidates. #LI-Hybrid #LI-RC3