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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?Join us in shaping the future of Ford Motor Company, as part of a global organization with exceptional colleagues in world-class facilities. As part of Ford Design, you’ll be at the cutting edge of Ford’s most strategically critical work, designing people and society’s needs into the heart of our next generation of products, services, and experiences.An Advanced Surfacer creates early Class A surface & geometry on the program. As part of Ford Design, an Advanced Surfacer is able to go from sketch to 3D math and integrates engineering requirements while maintaining the design vision. You'll have...5+ years of experience in Class A Surfacing (Exterior and Interior commodities, Total Vehicle System Compatibility). Demonstrates creative and artistic insight, and ensure progression of surface data consistent with Design LanguageStrong technical skills in Class A Surfacing Tools, Data Management and Visualization Tools (e.g. ICEM Surf, CATIA ISD, Alias, Team Center, Reference Manager)High School/GED requiredEven better, you may have...Associates degree or equivalent. Bachelor’s Degree preferredStrong understanding of Design Development and Feasibility Process, and how they drive the design process through the FC / UPVX / FAA GPDS milestonesProven ability to evaluate design alternatives and provide a recommendationDemonstrate interpersonal skills including ability to plan and organize work utilizing departmental project management tools (e.g. Surface Tracker, Surface Change Request System, etc.)Good communication skills, collaborative behavior for daily interaction with Design Studio, Engineering, Manufacturing and other affected activitiesKnowledge of Microsoft suite (Power Point and Excel)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. This position is open to salary grades 6-8. Salary grade 6 ranges from $74,300-$124,500, salary grade 7 ranges from $86,600-$144,900, and salary grade 8 ranges from $99,100-$166,200.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: 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#DesignTeam #LI-SC3What you'll do...Leads iterative reviews with creative designers to progress surface execution Ensures incorporation of appropriated technical, attribute and program requirements into surface whilst maintaining the design vision.Drives resolution of surface data issues by leading power wall and digital reviewsFacilitate program surface progression through the K-Loops. Develops he delivery of feasible math surfaces aligned with program milestones requirements that maintains design intentFull timePosting Date: 2026-09-15

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