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? **Product Development** uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more! In this position... This position involves the design and architecture of forward model top hat structures 2-3 years before production. Primary responsibilities are to own a portion of a vehicle top hat structure and drive the design to meet overall system metrics (Safety, piece cost, quality, weight, investment, stamping feasibility, manufacturing feasibility, timing). The position often requires co-development of new materials, features, and technologies. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, and essential duties required to successfully perform this job. What you'll do... + Design advanced / pre-program Body-in-White components (stampings, roll formings, extrusions, hydroformings). + Coordinate with all stakeholders (Safety, Manufacturing, NVH / Durability, Studio, Planning, cost, weight, investment, etc.) to achieve Structures functional requirements and timing. + Implement prior program Prevent Recurrence Actions on forward models to improve quality. + Prepare BOM, cost, weight and assembly flow documents. + Create 3D package studies to resolve incompatibilities within systems quantitatively (both 3DX and Catia V5). + Prepare attachment C decision matrices. + Prepare and present technical studies to peers and management. + Interface with Design Studio on feasibility and cost implications of various themes. + Create design packages for initial supplier sourcing, vender tooling, internal manufacturing, and other customers of our designs. + Co-Develop advanced features, technologies, and materials. + Benchmark relevant competitive sets for efficient designs (both virtual and in-person). + Assess designs against internal design rules / requirements and external regulatory and public domain requirements. You'll have... BS or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related physical science field of study. Minimum of 5 years of prior experience in structures design and release engineering **(preferred experience in pickup box design and release or top hat structure design and release (bodyside, roof, cab back).** Even better, you may have... MS in Mechanical Engineering or a related physical science field of study. Broad exposure to various vehicle types and material types (Body-On-Frame Truck, Unibody SUV, steel, aluminum, etc.). Ability to work in a fluid environment when overall vehicle targets, size, appearance, and manufacturing location are not always known and often change. Moderate experience in 3DX and Catia V5. Extensive experience in technology development; solid history of patent development and implementation. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Microsoft Office experience. Effective oral and written communication skills. 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills. 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 childcare 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. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1 (https://urldefense.com/v3/\_\_https:/fordcareers.co/GSRSP1\_\_;!!N\_LtwI-RPugbI9wg0dJn!EesNHFho4LgGMkr5hPIf4PgrFA879QXkGv09e6VcOyHH2PLp7jkWT6wLgC2BAG1rN\_zYrq-n2GINZ\_Xh$) This position is a range of salary grades **SG5-SG8** . **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. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. Onsite work of up to four days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. \#LI-Hybrid \#LI-DW1 **Requisition ID** : 48767