Ford Motor Company · 1 day ago
Vehicle Architecture Engineer
Dearborn, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expFord Motor Company is a global automotive leader seeking a Vehicle Architecture Engineer to be involved in the entire product development process. The role focuses on the geometric integration and attribute compatibility of new Ford & Lincoln products, translating customer needs into design while establishing vehicle interior and mechanical package targets.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Establish vehicle interior/occupant package targets (including driver accommodation, roominess, exterior visibility, ease of ingress & egress, and luggage/cargo space), and overall vehicle mechanical package targets (including exterior dimensions, wheel and tire sizing and clearances, ground clearance, and underhood/powertrain clearances)
Communicate occupant and mechanical package targets by developing and cascading 3D CAD zones, work with engineering peers to ensure targets are met
Support development of solutions and alternatives to meet occupant and mechanical package targets with consideration for cross-functional trade-offs (quality, function, weight, cost, assembly feasibility, etc.)
Support analysis of benchmarking, customer satisfaction, and quality data of internal and competitive products to support target development
Support design verification testing (i.e. ground, powertrain, tire clearance testing and surface scanning) to support engineering sign-off of prototypes at key prototype gateways
Qualification
Required
BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Industrial, Human Factors)
1+ years of experience with commercial CAD modeling software
1+ years of experience in engineering discipline (internships considered)
Preferred
MS in engineering
University sponsored Formula SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers International), Baja SAE vehicle experience, or similar vehicle team experience
Proven ability to progress mechanical design solutions for complex systems
Strong communication and presentation skills
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.
Company
Ford Motor Company
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10001+ employees
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$16.23BKey Investors
US Department of EnergySoros Fund Management
2025-07-29Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $4B
2023-06-22Debt Financing· $9.2B
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