This position involves the up-front (2-3 years ahead of production) architectural design of forward model upperbody Exterior Systems Trim and Ornamentation subsystems. Primary responsibilities include design and assumption ownership of a vehicle upperbody set of subsystem with intent to drive the design to meet overall system metrics (such as piece cost, quality, weight, investment, design/manufacturing feasibility, attributes, and timing). The position often requires co-development of new materials, features, and technologies. The conditions listed below are representative of the required knowledge and skill sets, with essential duties essential to successfully support the position and its role. + Design advanced / pre-program Exterior Trim and Ornamentation components (such as Exterior Moldings, Roof Racks, and Running Boards). + Coordinate with all stakeholders (Planning, Marketing, Studio, Finance, Vehicle Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, etc.) to achieve functional requirements and timing. + Implement prior program Prevent Recurrence Actions on forward models to address recognized issues and improve quality. + Prepare Bill of Materials (BoM) with associated, cost, weight and assembly flow documents. + Support 3D package studies to resolve incompatibilities within systems quantitatively (both 3DX and Catia V5). + Prepare “Attachment C” decision matrices for execution option assessment to determine optimal forward direction. + 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 developed early designs. + Serve as Engineering lead for subsystem sourcing activities coordinated with Purchasing, Cost Estimating, Finance, and Program + 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, or foreign equivalent degree, in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering or related physical sciences field of study. + 3+ years of prior experience in automotive exterior trim/ornamentation engineering design and release engineering, with 2 years in the area of program assumption and support development, including target setting and system compatibility coordination. **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, resin variants, 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. + 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills. + Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. + Microsoft Office experience, with effective oral and written communication 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 child care 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 This position is a range of salary grades 5-8 . 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. This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-CS2 **Requisition ID** : 50657