Physical Modeler

Join the Ford Product Development team as a Physical Modeler. You'll work on delivering breakthrough products and services that delight customers, utilizing Design Thinking & User Experience methods. Your responsibilities will include developing physical models, determining the best tools and techniques, and delivering finished physical models to specification.

Responsibilities:

• Develop physical models and determine the best tools and techniques to deliver accurate execution within timing and project constraints.
• Be an integral member of Studio Design teams.
• Deliver finished physical models 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 and maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Qualifications:

• Aptitude and competency in understanding surface development and procedures in all physical modeling techniques.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment, embracing the creative process with a willingness to adjust design direction as needed.
• Ability to create problem-solving solutions.
• Work experience in automotive physical modeling.
• Computer skills and software knowledge of Outlook, Word, and/or Excel.

Preferred qualifications:

• Awareness of modeling software, e.g., Alias.
• Experience in concept and production model builds.
• College Degree in a related field.
• Physical/Clay Modeling Certificate Program.

Benefits:

• 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.