Prototype Design Fabrication Manager – Paint & 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

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.