Consulting Solution Architect- Manufacturing

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?

Enterprise Technology plays a critical part in shaping the future of mobility. If you're looking for the chance to leverage advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance customer experience and improve people's lives, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help create vehicles that are as smart as you are.

In this position...

In an era of unprecedented technological advancement, our manufacturing domain stands at the cusp of a digital revolution. As our senior architecture leader, you will spearhead the creation of cutting-edge technology strategies, frameworks, and roadmaps. This role demands a leader who can seamlessly bridge the gap between ambitious business objectives and robust technical execution, transforming our operational capabilities through intelligent design and strategic technology adoption.

We're looking for more than just an architect; we need a strategic partner who can inspire change, build high-performing teams, and drive continuous improvement across our entire technological footprint. If you have a proven track record of leading significant technology transformations within the manufacturing sector and possess an innate ability to translate complex business challenges into elegant, scalable architectural solutions, we invite you to help us build the factory of tomorrow.

Based in Dearborn, MI, this is a hybrid position with a required four-day onsite presence each week. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

What You'll Do...

Strategic Vision & Execution : Architect and implement enterprise-wide technology strategies for manufacturing that are not only aligned with our aggressive business goals but also anticipate future market demands.

Architectural Blueprint : Lead the design, evolution, and governance of our enterprise architecture models and frameworks, ensuring seamless integration, optimal performance, and robust information flow across all critical business processes.

Innovation Catalyst : Partner closely with senior leadership to craft technology roadmaps that aren't just incremental improvements, but truly transformative initiatives, leveraging emerging technologies to create competitive differentiation.

Technology Foresight : Proactively scan the horizon for nascent technologies and industry trends, identifying strategic opportunities for innovation that will secure our leadership position.

Team Leadership & Mentorship : Cultivate and empower a high-performing team of architects, fostering a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and collaborative problem-solving to deliver world-class solutions.

Strategic Partnership : Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, guiding critical technology investments and advocating for solutions that deliver maximum value and strategic impact.

Operational Excellence : Champion continuous improvement in our technology processes and practices, elevating efficiency, resilience, and effectiveness across the enterprise.

Security & Compliance Steward : Embed robust security and regulatory compliance into the very fabric of all technology initiatives, safeguarding our operations and data.

Who You Are :

You are a seasoned technology leader with a profound understanding of enterprise architecture principles and a demonstrated ability to drive significant change. Your expertise extends beyond theoretical knowledge; you have a hands-on track record of implementing complex, large-scale solutions, particularly within the dynamic manufacturing environment.

You'll have...

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

10+ years of experience including :

Proven Leadership : Extensive, verifiable experience in senior enterprise architecture leadership roles, with a clear history of successfully orchestrating and delivering technology transformations that yielded tangible business benefits.

Architectural Authority : Deep expertise in architecture principles, leading frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman), and methodologies, coupled with practical experience in their application.

Exceptional Communicator : Superior communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, from engineers to executive leadership.

Strategic Acumen : A natural strategic thinker, adept at translating ambiguous business challenges into clear, actionable, and innovative technology solutions.

Manufacturing Domain Expert : In-depth, hands-on experience with manufacturing industry-specific technologies, processes, and challenges (e.g., MES, SCADA, IoT for manufacturing, supply chain integration).

Cloud Native Visionary : Significant experience with cloud architecture, particularly with leading platforms like Google Cloud Platform (GCP), demonstrating an understanding of scalable, resilient, and cost-effective cloud solutions

Even better, you may have...

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field

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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including :

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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.

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This position is leadership level 5

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Requisition ID : 53051