Design Digital Modeler

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, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

In this position...

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Digital Modeler to join our fast-paced design team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing high-fidelity digital models (both interior and exterior) that accurately capture and display design intent. You'll play a key part in the digital modeling process, assisting with builds, determining the best tools and techniques for accurate execution within project timelines and constraints, and applying your deep understanding of surface development. This position requires strong collaboration skills, as you will translate technical data, interface with multiple departments and personnel, and build relationships across all levels of the design team to achieve our shared goals.

What you'll do...

Develop high-fidelity digital models (interior and exterior) that effectively communicate design intent in an fast-paced environment.

Assist in digital model builds, strategically selecting the most effective tools and techniques to ensure accurate execution within studio timing and constraints.

Apply a high level of technical aptitude and competency in surface development and various digital modeling techniques.

Using in Alias, Rhino, Blender, Gravity Sketch, Adobe Studio and standard office software like Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Collect, coordinate, collaborate, and translate technical data for multiple departments and personnel.

Interface effectively with all levels of the design team, fostering strong working relationships to achieve project goals.

Be willing to work as project demands require.

You'll have...

1+ years Design experience

Proficient in 3D digital modeling

Experience with Alias, Rhino, Blender, and Gravity Sketch

Knowledge of the Adobe Suite and standard office software like Outlook, Word, and Excel

Even better, you may have...

Bachelor's Degree in Transportation or Industrial Design

3+years of design experience

Proven ability to deliver finished 3D digital designs to specification using software like Alias, Rhino, Blender, Gravity Sketch, AI and other modeling tools

Experience with digital setups, values, and procedures necessary for delivering surface data quickly and accurately

Ability to understand and interpret technical documentation, including prints, engineering sections, hip zones, hard points, draft angles, part breakups, die lock conditions, verification points, etc.

High level of problem-solving ability, including the capacity to troubleshoot difficult situations and manage critical timing schedules effectively.

Adaptability to constant change, embracing unknown elements, willingness to pick up new skills, and adjusting goals

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've 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 builder...or 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 Year's Day

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

For more information on salary and benefits, click here ()

This position is a range of salary grades 5 - 8 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #FD3DOJOB #LI-DP1

Requisition ID : 52006