[Hiring] Data Architecture & Information Strategy Engineer @Ford

Role Description

This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, strong communication abilities, and a solid understanding of business principles. The ideal candidate will be a problem-solver who can contribute to both technical projects and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently as well as on a team, a proven communicator who effectively interfaces between technical and business teams.

What you'll do...

• Technical Engineering & Problem Solving:
  • Apply engineering principles and methodologies to solve complex technical challenges.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and develop effective solutions in a timely manner.
  • Stay up to date with the latest advancements in relevant technologies.
• Data Analysis & Reporting:
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret large datasets using Excel and other analytical tools.
  • Develop and maintain insightful reports and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify trends.
  • Use data-driven insights to make recommendations for process improvements, cost reduction, and efficiency gains.
• Communication & Collaboration:
  • Communicate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, marketing, operations) to achieve common goals.
  • Present technical findings and recommendations to management in a concise and persuasive manner.
  • Act as a technical resource and mentor to junior engineers.
• Business Acumen & Strategy:
  • Understand the business implications of engineering decisions and contribute to strategic planning.
  • Identify opportunities to leverage technology to improve business processes and gain a competitive advantage.
  • Participate in cost-benefit analyses and ROI calculations for engineering projects.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and market dynamics.
• Project Management:
  • Develop project plans, track progress, and identify and mitigate risks.
  • Coordinate resources and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business or Finance.
• 2+ years of experience with:
  • Engineering principles and methodologies.
  • Working with large datasets using Excel and other analytical tools.
  • Developing and maintaining reports and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify trends.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Presenting to management.
  • Developing project plans, tracking progress, and identifying and mitigating risks.

Benefits

• 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.

Company Description

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-166,200. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

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