Senior Exterior Designer at Ford Motor

DescriptionWe 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 were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world movesIn this position...Ford Motor Company is looking for a highly creative/strategic Senior ExteriorInterior Designer for our design studios in Dearborn. Working on Advanced & Production ExteriorInterior projects the successful candidate will have to develop both conceptual and production based on ExteriorInterior solutions in the form of sketch rendering and 3D digital models.ResponsibilitiesWhat youll do...Having the ability to think creatively strategically and analytically.Create compelling and innovative exterior design experiences and visions for Design Projects.Coordinate the work of other design personnel to achieve holistic design visions.Create future brand focused design visions.Span digital and physical (software and hardware) thinking.Problems solve around topics of connectivity mobility and consumer segments.QualificationsYoull have...Bachelors degree in Industrial Design Transportation Design or equivalent; can include graduates earning their degree in the same calendar termAutomotive or Transportation Design experience; including experience with final design product execution and Internships with transportation design companiesAbility to interpret customer needs and global trends into compelling design.Ability to work independently and provide strong technical aesthetic judgment to lead team members.Awareness of global automotive and consumer electronics to ensure Ford competes with the ability to lead. Demonstrated creative exterior/interior design perceptions and capability. A design portfolio (pdf) must be provided upon application.Collaborate with Engineering Suppliers and other partners to progress the design development.Must have exceptional design intuition strong problem-solving skills and a superior ability to visually communicate through sketches and renderings.Ability to translate 2D to 3D and think three-dimensionally with a strong emphasis on proportions and a refined sense of form also required.Familiarizes self and maintains interest with design trends within and across design professions and global cultures (automotive fashion architectural etc.)Outstanding teamwork leadership visual written and verbal communication skillsEven better you may have...Global interior design experience.Good understanding of exterior/interior manufacturing process and materials.Passionate about automotive and mobility industry global trends innovation and customer needsExperience of working in or with creative culturesExperience of working in large corporate environmentsExperience of managing multiple stakeholders across complex projectsExperience of presenting to executive audiencesYou may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor 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 coverageFlexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.For more information on salary and benefits click hereThis position is a range of salary grades5 - 8Visa 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 the United States if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-.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 #FDIEJOB#LI-DP1Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Mechanical Design,Layout Design,CAD,Adobe Creative Suite,Creo,Sheet Metal,Drafting,Adobe Photoshop,Autocad,Adobe Illustrator,Sketch,Adobe Indesign Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1