Ford PVT Engineer 

Vietnam 

567091906

1. General duties:

This role involves leading a team of engineers with a significant focus on vehicle quality improvement, launch support, and team development. Key responsibilities include

A. Vehicle Quality Leadership

• Ongoing Quality Improvement (Focus on VRTs):
• Lead and drive the quality performance, and continuous improvement initiatives within related VRTs.
• Ensure the timely identification, containment, and resolution of both incoming and in-plant quality concerns.
• Incorporate containment, improvements, and preventive measures into the Production & Quality Assurance system of VO, PTOs, and Suppliers.
• Vehicle Line Quality Performance (Bowler Plan):
• Drive the overall quality performance of the assigned vehicle line, aligned with the Bowler plan strategy.
• Provide monthly updates on key metrics (actuals and forecasts), supporting these with detailed action plans and Quality Flash reports.
• Steer VRT teams towards achieving YTD stretch objectives and MOP forecasts.

B. Vehicle Launches & Engineering Change Management (Focus on PMTs):

• Lead quality-related activities during vehicle launches.
• Manage the resolution of issues (e.g., AIM issues), alert processes, rework planning, Bill of Materials (BOM) validation, End-of-Line (EOL) checks, FER, and ESO activities.
• Lead the analysis and implementation of engineering changes without causing production or quality concerns.

C. Compliance:

• Drive to have related VRT components re-certification/vehicle re-certification/engineering change certification on time, no affecting continuous production.
• Other departmental/job-related compliances.

D. People Development & Team Management

• Effectively lead and manage the engineering team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Conduct key people management processes, including:
• Setting clear performance objectives and goals for team members.
• Developing and supporting Individual Development Plans and career paths (e.g., LDEP).
• Assessing training needs and coordinating relevant development opportunities.
• Conducting regular performance reviews and appraisals (e.g., interim and year-end).
• Contributing to succession planning for key roles within the team.

2. Any other tasks are assigned by the direct People Leader or the Head of the Department.