Physical Modeler

Ford Motor • Long Beach, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

In this position, you will be part of the Ford Product Development team, utilizing Design Thinking & User Experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services. The role focuses on contributing to advancements in autonomy, electrification, and smart mobility technologies. We are seeking forward-thinking, laser-focused professionals with a passion for bringing innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• 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 and maintain a safe and clean work environment.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree