Student Worker Program Physical Prototypes Engineer

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 were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves

Fords Electric Vehicles Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the companys vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed entrepreneurial and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. Youll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively staying focused on only what matters and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.

In this position...
As part of this exciting student worker program youll enjoy a high level of involvement with an exceptional team of industry innovators and visionaries. Youll contribute in a meaningful way to our important breakthrough work. And youll develop the skills that will give you a significant edge in your future career pursuits. If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility wed love to have you join us.

What youll do...

Collaborate with Aerodynamics Ergonomics Engineering and Design teams to create visually geometrically and functionally representative physical test properties

Develop unique approaches for using physical test properties to evaluate and define aerodynamic devices or customer user experiences in future electric vehicles

Hands-on CAD design fabrication and assembly of static and functional prototypes at component subsystem and full vehicle levels

Project manage and source components from internal and external vendors of waterjet rapid prototyped machined components and composite layup

Youll have...

Pursuit of Bachelors or Masters Degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Must be able to work in Long Beach CA office for a 6 month period

Candidates must graduate and be available for full-time work prior to September 2025

Experience in one or more CAD programs (Catia NX Creo Solidworks)

Experience with hands-on prototyping fabrication and assembly

Even better you may have...
Experience defining rapid prototyping machining and fabrication processes and materials to achieve the desired final appearance and functional requirements

Awareness of DFA DFMEA GD&T and Solid Mechanics

Team-first mindset and ability to multi-task under tight deadlines

Ability to think creatively and to champion innovative prototype solutions

Strong problem-solving and conflict management skills superb communication and able to adapt to dynamic requirements

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.

This position is a salary grade 5.

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