Physical Operations Digital Modeler

Ford•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

Concept/Class A Surface Generation: Create 3D concept and/or Class A & B side surface data from 2D sketches, scan data, production data, and verbal direction from designers, modelers, prototype, DTO, and fabrication. Utilizing Alias/SubD/Catia/Vred Develop intricate surfaces up to Class A quality, incorporating first flanges and fillets, to support both physical clay/hardboard/fabrication and digital model development processes. Feasibility Integration: Expertly integrate crucial feasibility requirements including engineering, aero, manufacturing, package, and architectural constraints directly into surface and parts data for physical models. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Interface seamlessly with program, operations teams and downstream activities to enhance surface and part development from initial design intent through to final data and verification release. Problem Solving and Resolution: Develop creative solutions to complex engineering, manufacturing, and design challenges. Lead digital/AR/VR reviews to drive resolution of surface data issues. Data Management and Progression: Manage digital library to archive the progression of design, prototype, assemblies and armatures. Manage B side and part data for physical builds for design and prototype. Quality Assurance: Diligently follow design critique sheet processes and perform zebra stripe analysis, incorporating feedback to ensure superior surface and part quality. Liaise with design, digital modeling and DTO to compile information necessary for model, prototype development. Monitor modifications for existing armature, part data, glamor, protype, I/O, and design physical builds. Design and Feasibility Process Understanding: Strong understanding of the Design Development and Feasibility Process, including how they drive the design process through the GPDS milestones. Design Evaluation and Recommendation: Proven ability to evaluate design alternatives and provide clear, data-driven recommendations. Design and Feasibility Process Understanding: Strong understanding of the Design Development and Feasibility Process, including how they drive the design process through the GPDS milestones. Design Evaluation and Recommendation: Proven ability to evaluate design alternatives and provide clear, data-driven recommendations. Established and active employee resource groups

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of proven experience in developing 3D surface models, specifically utilizing Alias and/or ICEM Surf.
Demonstrated working knowledge and application of engineering and manufacturing feasibility criteria relative to the design of automotive exterior and interior systems.
Strong technical skills in surfacing tools, including Alias and ICEM Surf.
Proficiency with Visualization Tools such as VRED.
Ability to learn new 3D software packages quickly.
Basic knowledge of CATIA V5 and/or 3DX.
Thorough working knowledge of the complete surface development process, from design conception and production release, for both exterior and interior components.
Experience with Data Management and Progression Tools (e.g., Teamcenter, 3DX, Reference Manager, etc.).
Bachelor's degree in industrial design or mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

Create 3D concept and/or Class A & B side surface data from 2D sketches, scan data, production data, and verbal direction from designers, modelers, prototype, DTO, and fabrication.
Utilizing Alias/SubD/Catia/Vred Develop intricate surfaces up to Class A quality, incorporating first flanges and fillets, to support both physical clay/hardboard/fabrication and digital model development processes.
Expertly integrate crucial feasibility requirements including engineering, aero, manufacturing, package, and architectural constraints directly into surface and parts data for physical models.
Interface seamlessly with program, operations teams and downstream activities to enhance surface and part development from initial design intent through to final data and verification release.
Develop creative solutions to complex engineering, manufacturing, and design challenges.
Lead digital/AR/VR reviews to drive resolution of surface data issues.
Manage digital library to archive the progression of design, prototype, assemblies and armatures.
Manage B side and part data for physical builds for design and prototype.
Diligently follow design critique sheet processes and perform zebra stripe analysis, incorporating feedback to ensure superior surface and part quality.
Liaise with design, digital modeling and DTO to compile information necessary for model, prototype development.
Monitor modifications for existing armature, part data, glamor, protype, I/O, and design physical builds.
Strong understanding of the Design Development and Feasibility Process, including how they drive the design process through the GPDS milestones.
Proven ability to evaluate design alternatives and provide clear, data-driven recommendations.