Vehicle Structure Architecture Engineer

Position involves the design and architecture of forward model underbody structures, 2-3 years before production.

Primary responsibilities are to own a portion of the underbody structure, frames and/or subframes and battery structure and drive the design to meet overall system KPIs (Safety, piece cost, weight, investment, stamping feasibility, manufacturing feasibility, timing, quality). The position often requires co-development of new materials, features, and technologies.

What you'll do...

• Design advanced / pre-program Body-in-White and frames and subframes (stampings, extrusions, roll formed, joining, etc)
• Coordinate with all stakeholders (Safety, Manufacturing, NVH, cost, weight, investment, etc.) to achieve Structures functional requirements and timing
• Prepare BOM, cost, weight and assembly flow documents
• Create 3D package studies to resolve incompatibilities within systems quantitatively
• Prepare benchmarking and attachment C decision matrices
• Prepare and present technical studies to peers and management
• Create design packages for initial supplier sourcing, vendor tooling, internal manufacturing, and other customers of our designs
• Co-Develop advanced features, technologies, and materials

You’ll have...

• BS or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or Material Science
• Extensive experience in technology development; solid history of patent development and implementation
• Experience with Catia V5 a must, and Team Center a plus but not required

Minimum of 3 years of prior experience in structures design and release engineering

Broad exposure to various vehicle types and material types (Body-On-Frame Truck, Unibody SUV, steel, aluminum, etc.)

Ability to work in a fluid environment when overall vehicle targets, size, appearance, and manufacturing location are not always known

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• 8D and 5
  
  Why corrective action and problem solving skills

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!

This position is a salary grade 5-8.

For more information on salary and benefits, :

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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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.

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• Job Identification 56007
• Job Category PD Operations and Quality
• Posting Date 12/12/2025, 05:20 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 20901 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI, 48124, US (Hybrid)