Vehicle Architecture Engineer

at Ford Motor Company in Dover, Delaware, United States

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…

+ Lead vehicle interior/occupant package target development (driver accommodation, roominess, exterior visibility, ease of ingress & egress, and luggage/cargo space), and overall vehicle mechanical package targets (including exterior dimensions, wheel and tire sizing and clearances, ground clearance, and under hood/powertrain clearances).

+ Validate targets using competitive benchmarking, customer satisfaction, and quality data.

+ Communicate occupant and mechanical package targets by developing and cascading 3D CAD zones.

What you’ll do…

+ Create & maintain EBOM & VSS CAD as required for all Vehicle Architecture deliverables.

+ Coordinate efforts between cross-functional activities (D&R, Vehicle Engineering, Design, VO, Service, Suppliers, etc.) to ensure architectural compatibility between occupant and mechanical targets and designs.

+ Lead development of solutions and alternatives to meet occupant and mechanical package targets with consideration for cross-functional trade-offs (quality, function, weight, cost, assembly feasibility, etc.).

+ Lead resolution of target incompatibilities with Design and D&R engineers through PPAT , AAF , VADR , and VPAT meeting forums to ensure targets are met.

+ Lead design verification testing (i.e. ground, powertrain, tire clearance testing and surface scanning) and documentation to support engineering sign-off of prototypes at key prototype gateways.

+ Support development of globally consistent processes, standards, and methods with core occupant and mechanical Technical Experts.

You’ll have…

+ BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Industrial, Human Factors).

+ 3+ years’ experience in automotive mechanical or occupant package engineering.

+ Proficiency in CATIA /VisMockup.

+ In-depth knowledge of Body/Chassis/Powertrain/Electrical systems (geometry and function), attributes ( NVH , Climate, Safety, etc.)

+ Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills, and an ability to manage multiple projects.

+ Outstanding communication and presentation skills.

+ Proficiency with MS Office applications.

Even better, you may have…

+ MS in engineering.

+ Global vehicle program experience and knowledge of GPDS for all phases program development (pre-PS, UN/UP through FDJ , PEC , J1)

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, and prescription drug coverage

- Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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 a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

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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.

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Requisition ID : 26424