Body Interior Engineering Supervisor

Ford Motor Company

. Lead the design, development, engineering, validation, and certification of Body Interior systems, including seats, interior hard trim, steering wheels, and switches .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeAllen Park • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,500 - $218,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Body Interior design and release, with a strong focus on managing program delivery, cost targets, and engineering milestones. Proficient in utilizing Ford engineering tools and methodologies to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Body Interior Design ExperienceGPDS Deliverables KnowledgeProject Management SkillsEffective Communication SkillsCoaching and Mentoring Skills

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringBody Interior Systems EngineeringBOM ManagementDFMEA/PFMEASix SigmaProgram Launch ExperienceEngineering Sign-Off5/8DsDVPAIMS

Soft Skills

Strong Planning SkillsOrganizational SkillsAbility to Manage Complex TasksCross-Functional Relationship BuildingPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

FEDE BOMWERSAIMSFEDE DVPFord Engineering Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster's Degree in Engineering (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Ford Racing StandardsPerformance VehiclesMotorsportsVEVIVO/VOME Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, development, engineering, validation, and certification of Body Interior systems, including seats, interior hard trim, steering wheels, and switches
Own Body Interior system integration and program delivery against Quality, Cost, Weight, Function, and Timing targets
Manage cost targets aligned to program goals
Direct Full Service Suppliers and other internal and external resources
Determine required resources and support supplier sourcing
Manage deliverables for program and engineering GPDS milestones, including BOM, WERS, AIMS, 5/8Ds, DVP, and engineering sign-off
Ensure conformance to Ford Racing standards and Ford and regulatory requirements
Build partnerships with Program, Design Studio, Purchasing, Finance, and Core Body Engineering
Coach the team to develop innovative solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent field
5+ years of Body Interior design and release experience
Understanding of GPDS deliverables and core Ford engineering tools (FEDE BOM, WERS, Bill of Material, AIMS, 5/8Ds, FEDE DVP, engineering sign-off, DFMEA/PFMEA, Six Sigma)
Experience launching new vehicle programs
Ability to manage complex tasks and challenging situations under compressed timing
Experience communicating with senior leaders, design studio, marketing, and suppliers
Strong planning, organizational, and project management skills
Ability to deliver on multiple stretch objectives
Ability to make technical and business decisions, including appropriate trade-offs
Effective coaching and mentoring skills
Excellent written and oral presentation skills
Ability to build effective cross-functional relationships
Demonstrated Ford+ Leadership Behaviors
Occasional travel
Master's degree in Engineering (preferred)
Pre-program and pre-Ford experience
Experience working with VE, VI, and VO/VOME teams
Passion for performance vehicles and motorsports
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up childcare
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time