It Technical Project And Lead

What you'll do...
Are you enthusiastic about embracing cutting-edge technology and dedicated to driving innovation to achieve business success, including assisting in bringing Ford's award-winning vehicles to our customers. Ranger and Everest are more than just vehicles - they are the result of the incredible design, engineering, and testing work that takes place right here in Victoria.
As the IT Technical project lead, you will work with IT and business stakeholders to define and deliver engineering transformation including 3DX implementation to the Engineering functions. Leading the technical delivery of the solutions including working with various engineering teams across Ford business to deliver solutions that will drive Engineering efficiencies that will support design, engineering and build on the #1 selling vehicle in Australia, Ranger. The role will report into the PD IT Manager and sits within the Asia Pacific Product Development Centre, located in, Campbellfield, Victoria.
This is a hybrid role, and as the customers are always at the heart of what we do, weekly travel to our Campbellfield head office is required. This role provides the opportunity to be an integral part of building the next generation of vehicles and exposure to a diverse range of stakeholder across globe.
Main Responsibilities
Drive technology transformation by actively working with stakeholders and IT teams (local, regional, and global) in delivering engineering transformation by implementing 3DX including implementation of the local infrastructure requirements in Australia and India, migration and training support required to drive project' timelines.
Stay at the forefront of technology, leverage partnerships and events, think creatively, and working with agility, while taking an industry-leading approach that will increase engineering efficiencies in the Digital transformation journey.
Seek to understand industry trends and challenge status quo with innovative ideas including leading on experiences, focusing on the implementation of the 3DX functionalities including legacy apps integration, identify risks and create risk mitigation plans to ensure timely completion of the projects.
Develop Project Plans, define the scope, goals, and deliverables for areas of technology application development and implementation by continuing to collaborate with IT teams, technology vendors and internal stakeholders across different areas of business.
Manage technology product goals and forecast including collaborating with technical development teams to define and translate the long-term objectives into actionable technology strategy and an implementation roadmap.
Continue to guide execution by applying standard frameworks and development lifecycle methodologies including agile, waterwall etc..
You'll have...
- Bachelor's degree in business - Information system, Computer Science, Software Engineering or Engineering
- Min. 3 years of experience as Project manager, working on complex and large-scale projects. (Automotive experience beneficial)
- Background in software and engineering discipline with 3DX experience (modelling, Methods, SysMLS, development, and configuration) is highly desirable.
- Strong and effective communication, negotiation, and related skills
- Proven analysis skills to identify solutions that provide measurable business value.
- Experience in data migration projects, preferably in the ematrix, Enovia and 3D Space domains.
- Ability to provide technology-based expertise and use of data integration to influence stakeholders at all levels to drive results and meet expect project outcomes and timings.
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!
About us...
As the world changes, we will continue to adapt and lead change. That's why we're evolving to focus on services, experiences and software that will continue to power the freedom of movement for all Australians, for now, and for generations to come.
Having operated in Australia for almost 100 years, Ford Australia is a household name synonymous with iconic products. Today, our Product Development team plan, design, develop and test vehicles for global markets, including the award-winning Ranger and Everest. Our National Sales Company team provide marketing, sales and service expertise, supporting our national dealer network, with focus on providing amazing customer experiences.
Some of our many employee benefits are listed below;
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Extra days leave
- Discounted Vehicle lease schemes
- Multiple Employee Resource Groups - Ford Pride, Women of Ford and Ford Empowering Diverse Abilities
- Opportunities for growth and personal development through external/internal training programs
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid volunteer Days.
Equal Opportunity
Ford Australia is committed to building an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from First Nations, LGBTQI+, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and people across all life stages.
As part of our commitment to driving equity and inclusion for all, we are now recognised by WGEA as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and all effort will be made to ensure diverse interviewers.
Please contact Sarah at ********@ford.com when you apply, if you require any support or adjustments to the recruitment process.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorised to work in Australia. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Please note due to the high numbers of applications we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.
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Requisition ID : 28065