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Ford Motor Company

Design and Release Engineer – Body Interior, Door Trim

Ford Motor Company

. Design, develop, validate, release, and implement Body Interior components and systems for assigned vehicle programs .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing Body Interior components and systems, with a strong focus on manufacturing efficiency, quality, and ergonomics. Proficient in CAD modeling, project management, and cross-functional communication within the automotive industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Body Interior Systems Development3D CAD ProficiencyCAE Studies LeadershipProject Management SkillsSix Sigma Methodologies

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Hard Skills
Body Interior DesignCAD ExperienceCAE AnalysisBOM ManagementDVP&R Sign-OffMaterials Properties KnowledgeProduction Processes UnderstandingValidation TestingCost OptimizationQuality Assurance
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationCross-Functional CollaborationProject Management
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office SuiteFEDEBOMWERS
Industry Keywords
Automotive IndustryCraftsmanship PrinciplesErgonomicsStudio Development ProcessesSupplier Readiness Reviews

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design, develop, validate, release, and implement Body Interior components and systems for assigned vehicle programs
  • Lead development of master sections and ensure designs support manufacturing efficiency, cost optimization, quality, craftsmanship, ergonomics, serviceability, and vehicle performance
  • Comply with program cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing targets and GPDS milestone deliverables
  • Establish and maintain robustness engineering disciplines, ESOW, DVP, BOMs, and program-specific engineering documentation
  • Support Studio Development, conduct package studies, lead CAE studies, and manage CAD model transfers with suppliers
  • Apply Six Sigma and 8D issue resolution methodologies and lead component design reviews
  • Release parts in FEDEBOM and WERS and support program change control
  • Audit and update BOMs, maintain CAD-to-BOM alignment, and validate prototype and production build combinations
  • Identify and manage validation, durability, and functional testing and complete DVP&R sign-off
  • Resolve design, fit/finish, assembly, and quality issues during launch and production
  • Provide technical assistance to suppliers and support Component PPAP and Supplier Readiness Reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar discipline
  • 3 years of experience with body Interior systems and components
  • 1 year of CAD experience
  • Strong 3D CAD knowledge and experience with CAE studies
  • Basic knowledge of materials properties
  • Basic knowledge of production processes
  • Understanding of craftsmanship and ergonomics principles
  • Experience with Studio Development processes and appearance feasibility
  • Effective Project Management skills and effective cross-functional communication
  • Vision and knowledge of the automotive industry environment
  • Microsoft Office management (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
  • English proficiency
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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
  • Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day