About this role

Ford Motor Company

In this position you will be responsible for the design and release of multiple exterior products on the most exciting vehicles Ford Racing produces. You will manage multiple cross functional relationships both internally and externally to help ensure the successful launch of the next generation, segment defining products.

What you'll do...

Lead the design, release, and delivery of components and systems across multiple exterior commodities for Ford Racing on an upcoming new model program
Manage Quality, Cost, Weight, Function and Timing (QCWFT) to support program & engineering GPDS milestones
Lead FSS (Full Service Suppliers) and/or other internal/external resources to deliver subject program
Manage design and color/material studio interfaces to deliver to customer expectations
Assure conformance to the Ford Racing DNA and all applicable Ford & regulatory requirements
Develop innovative solutions for high performance vehicles and our enthusiast customers
Support issue resolution and design change management during the prototype build and launch builds
Interface and maintain collaborative relationship with Core Body Engineering Organization

You'll have...

Bachelors of Science in Engineering required
3-5+ Years of experience in Body Castings Design & Release
Body structures or closures D&R experience may also be considered
2+ Year of experience using CAD or other visualization tools
Understanding of program delivery processes / GPDS

Even better, if you have...

Master's degree in Engineering or a related field
Hands-on experience with high-pressure die casting or other casting processes, including design for manufacturability
Experience working with suppliers and manufacturing teams to resolve launch and prototype build issues
Experience with performance, motorsport, or low-volume specialty vehicle programs
Strong communication and influencing skills, with a record of leading cross-functional teams

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.

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

Internal applicants: moving into this role may result in an adjustment to your current compensation based on the posted pay range for this role, taking into consideration your qualifications and other relevant factors.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR

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.

This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid

Change the world with your ideas.

Speak up. We’re listening. At Ford, we believe the right ideas, and the people behind them, can move an entire industry. Here, you'll work with teams who value your voice, push bold ideas forward, and leave a mark that lasts.

Support designed to go the distance.

From day one, Ford invests in you with medical benefits built to help you plan for what’s next. You’ll also get support for you and your family that meets you at every step, so you can move forward with confidence.

Ford gives me the space to innovate, to lead, and to serve — all while staying true to who I am as an engineer, educator, and parent. It’s not just a career; it’s a community that drives change.

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