Class A Surface Development

SURFACE DEVELOPMENT (GSR7GSR8)

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Surface Development Primary is the leader of surface quality and Class A surface on the program. As part of Ford Design the primary integrates engineering requirements while maintaining the design vision.

As a Surface Development you will:

• Leads program surface progression of Design and surface expert evaluation and critique sheet process

• Leads cross-system surface execution to ensure full system surface compatibility

• Confirms all program surface interfaces are Designed-in-Context to a coordinated data set including supplier data

• Develops and maintains a coordinated Class A surface database (i.e. Reference Manager)

• Ensures incorporation of appropriated technical attribute and program requirements into surface whilst maintaining the design vision.

• Drives resolution of surface data issues by leading power wall and digital reviews

• Manages surface changes in SDMS (Surface Data Management system)

• Maintain program product structure and part history in Teamcenter to accurately represent evolution of design and change control

• Supports DTO Supervisor with workload distribution and prioritization of assignments within Surfacing Team

• Facilitate program surface progression through the K-Loops. Develop and assist (mentor) Class A Surface Designers in the delivery of feasible math surfaces aligned with program milestones requirements that delivers design intent

• During the K-Loops lead surface development pre-Discovery Complete and post-Discovery Complete lead the incorporation of technical requirements into the surface. On applicable programs work with Production Studio post K6 to ensure Design vision is maintained through the surface verification process.

Youll have...

• 5 years of experience in Class A Surfacing (Exterior and Interior commodities Total Vehicle System Compatibility). Demonstrates creative and artistic insight and ensure progression of surface data consistent with Design Language
• Strong technical skills in Class A Surfacing Tools Data Management and Visualization Tools (e.g. ICEM Surf CATIA ISD Alias Team Center 3DX Reference Manager)

• High School/GED required

Even better you may have...

• Associates degree or equivalent. Bachelors Degree preferred

• Design Studio Experience

• Strong understanding of Design Development and Feasibility Process and how they drive the design process through the FC / UPVX / FAA GPDS milestones

• Experience with AI tools

• Understanding of the Craftsmanship DPA Process and System Compatibility.

• Proven ability to evaluate design alternatives and provide a recommendation

• Demonstrate interpersonal skills including ability to plan and organize work utilizing departmental project management tools (e.g. Surface Tracker Surface Change Request System etc.). Able to develop and track a plan to deliver geometry through the GPDS milestones

• Good communication skills collaborative behavior for daily interaction with Design Studio Engineering Manufacturing and other affected activities

• Knowledge of Microsoft suite (Power Point and Excel)

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor 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 Years Day

Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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position is a range of salary grades 6-8 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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