Manager - Paint and Trim

Ford Motor; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI is seeking a design fabrication manager to lead a cross-functional team of prototype technologists, trim developers and vehicle paint technologists to turn concepts into high-fidelity physical prototypes.

You will apply automotive design/engineering expertise and prototyping techniques to influence early-stage development of Ford vehicles, content and experiences, ensuring on-time delivery and top quality.

Qualifications

• Experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver prototypes on time and to spec.
• Strong background in automotive design/engineering and prototyping methods.
• Ability to coordinate multiple disciplines (prototype technologists, trim developers, paint technologists).

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional team of prototype technologists, trim developers and vehicle paint technologists.
• Translate concepts into high-fidelity physical prototypes.
• Ensure on-time delivery with high quality and adherence to specifications.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Automotive design/engineering

Project planning

Prototyping techniques

Job description

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Join us in shaping the future of Ford Motor Company, as part of a global organization with exceptional colleagues in world‑class facilities. As part of Ford Design, you’ll be at the cutting edge of Ford’s most strategically critical work, designing people and society’s needs into the heart of our next generation of products, services, and experiences.

As a manager in design fabrication, you will lead a strong, cross functional team of prototype technologists, trim developers and vehicle paint technologists to bring concepts to life in the form of high‑fidelity physical prototypes. Leveraging your expertise in automotive design/engineering and prototyping techniques you will have the opportunity to see the future of Ford firsthand and play a pivotal role in the early‑stage development of the next generation of Ford vehicles, content and experiences. This role requires a deep understanding of automotive systems and subsystems, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage a large, complex team to deliver physical prototypes on time and with quality.