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Ford Energy is a newly formed, wholly-owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company dedicated to accelerating U.S. energy independence. Leveraging Ford’s century of manufacturing excellence and world-class battery energy storage systems (BESS) technology, Ford Energy designs, manufactures, and services grid-scale and commercial DC battery energy storage systems (BESS). Ford Energy is uniquely positioned to capture the growing demand for reliable, US-built energy storage systems. We are not just building batteries; we are building the infrastructure for the next generation of the American grid.
Why Ford Energy?
At Ford Energy, you have the backing of an industrial manufacturing powerhouse with the agility of a dedicated energy startup offering industry-leading technology. We offer a competitive compensation package including performance-based bonuses, Ford vehicle discounts, and the opportunity to shape the energy strategy of one of the world's most iconic brands.
In this position...
As the Plant Communications and Engagement Lead, you will be at the forefront of the most historic transformation in the energy systems industry. In this critical role, you will innovate by using your communication skills and team mindset to implement data-driven solutions, empower others by creating a culture of trust that encourages diversity of thought and fosters leadership, and lead with an entrepreneurial approach and startup mentality as you collaborate with a fast-moving team.
ResponsibilitiesWhat You'll Do...
- Develop and implement communication strategies to support the achievement of business objectives at the plant.
- Build positive sentiment and reputation through communications and engagement with a variety of audiences, including employees, customers, community members and media.
- Function as an integral part of the plant operating committee and the communications subject matter expert for the facility.
- Craft messaging, mine for stories and communicate them in compelling ways.
- Design, launch and run employee communication channels customized for the plant.
- Support the delivery of leaders’ messages and presentations.
- Play a leadership role in planning and executing major events at your site.
- Create and nurture relationships with key local journalists to inform media coverage.
- Stay connected to major company and industry news.
- Measure sentiment and other results and continuously improve your approaches based on data.
- Constantly develop your personal functional competencies and leadership agilities.
You'll Have...
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, PR, Communications or related field
- 1+ years of experience in communications or media relations on behalf of a highly visible brand
- Strong writing and communication skills
Even Better, You'll Have...
- Passion for the energy systems industry
- Prior manufacturing communications experience
- Positive, self-starter attitude and the ability to learn quickly
- Top-notch organizational and multi-tasking capabilities
- Ability to leverage AI responsibly to improve efficiency and strengthen results
- Ongoing awareness of local or regional events and media environment
- Professional and interpersonal maturity with a track record of successful relationship building
- Proficiency in graphic design and creativity to generate original content
- Personal experience with social media and an understanding of its role in business
Location and Travel
This position is based in Glendale, Kentucky, with domestic travel required (10%).
Why Ford Energy?
At Ford Energy, you have the backing of an industrial manufacturing powerhouse with the agility of a dedicated energy startup offering industry-leading technology. We offer a competitive compensation package including performance-based bonuses, Ford vehicle discounts, and the opportunity to shape the energy strategy of one of the world's most iconic brands.
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, 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 and ranges from $85,400-$143,200., This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $99,600-$166,600.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on the candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility, and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Company: As Ford establishes a wholly owned subsidiary focused on Battery Energy Storage Systems, this role will initially be employed by Ford and is expected to transition to the subsidiary within one year.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, PR, Communications or related field
- 1+ years of experience in communications or media relations on behalf of a highly visible brand
- Strong writing and communication skills
- Legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship)
- Domestic travel (approximately 10%)
- Passion for the energy systems industry
- Prior manufacturing communications experience
- Positive, self-starter attitude and ability to learn quickly
- Top-notch organizational and multi-tasking capabilities
- Ability to leverage AI responsibly to improve efficiency and results
- Ongoing awareness of local or regional events and media environment
- Professional and interpersonal maturity with track record of relationship building
- Proficiency in graphic design and creativity to generate original content
- Personal experience with social media and understanding of its role in business
Ford Motor Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Pay Growth & Progression — The 2023 UAW–Ford agreement delivered immediate raises, restored cost-of-living adjustments, and accelerated progression to top rates for many hourly roles. These changes improved earnings trajectories compared with pre-2023 levels.
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Healthcare Strength — Hourly employees retained very low employee cost-sharing under the 2023–2028 UAW–Ford agreement, and salaried materials describe comprehensive day‑one medical, dental, and prescription coverage. Mental-health support and family‑building benefits add depth to the overall health package.
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Retirement Support — U.S. salaried roles feature a notable 401(k) contribution and match structure, and post‑2023 updates increased retirement contributions for many UAW‑represented employees. Together these elements strengthen long‑term financial security.
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