Student Worker Program - Automotive Mechanical Engineer

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?

Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data‑driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. You’ll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, staying focused on only what matters, and delivering excellence day in and day out.

In this position, as part of an exciting student worker program, you’ll enjoy a high level of involvement with an exceptional team of industry innovators and visionaries. You’ll contribute in a meaningful way to our important, breakthrough work and develop the skills that will give you a significant edge in your future career pursuits.

You’ll grow your expertise and analytical skills through collaboration with a global, cross‑functional team, ownership of a well‑defined project, and exposure to new technology and tools used to improve vehicles and customer experience.

• Develop 3D geometry and innovative design concepts that solve challenging crash load cases while balancing construction, material, and manufacturing methods.
• Perform and understand tolerance analysis, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and other simulations and analyses before releasing designs for production.
• Develop, study, and implement novel construction techniques and materials and drive them to production feasibility.
• Hands‑on prototyping, testing & troubleshooting.

• Pursuit of a relevant Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• A GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
• Analytical and creative problem‑solving skills.
• Must be able to work from the Long Beach, CA campus.
• Must be able to dedicate 6 months for this engagement.
• Candidates must graduate and be available for full‑time work prior to September 2026.
• Experience using 3D CAD software collaboratively.
• Understanding of polymers, manufacturing processes, and mechanical properties.
• Experience using CAE software for mechanical analysis.

• Experience using 3D CAD software collaboratively.
• Experience using CAE for mechanical analysis.

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!

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new‑parent ramp‑up programs, subsidized backup 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 a salary grade 4.

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.