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Physical Modeler

Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, Michigan
HybridUSD 74,000 - 140,000 / year

About this role

Physical Modeler

Overview

At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.

What you'll do

  • Develop physical models and determine the best tools and techniques to deliver the most accurate execution within timing and project constraints.

  • Be an integral member of Studio Design teams.

  • Deliver a finished physical model to specification using all available tools from sketches to engineering data.

  • Setup armatures, processes, and procedures to deliver advanced prototypes with speed and accuracy.

  • Operate all equipment safely maintain a safe and clean work environment.

  • You'll have

  • Aptitude and competency in understanding surface development and procedures in all physical modeling techniques.

  • Ability to work in dynamic environment embracing the creative process with a willingness to adjust design direction as needed.

  • Ability to create problem solving.

  • Work experience in automotive physical modeling.

  • Computer skills and software knowledge of Outlook, Word and/or Excel

  • Even better, you may have

  • 5+ years of relevant experience

  • Awareness of modeling software eg. Alias.

  • Experience in concept and production model builds.

  • College Degree in related field.

  • Physical / Clay Modeling Certificate Program.

  • 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!

  • Benefits and Work Life

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 5-8 and ranges from $74k - $140k.

  • 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 1-888-336-0660.

  • This position is onsite.

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