Seat Performance Lead - Ergonomics, Comfort & Innovation

Ford; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate medical, dental, vision, and

Parental leave and childcare support

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Employee resource groups

Paid time off for service and holidays

Job summary

Ford Motor Company invites applications for a leadership role in Seat Engineering. The Core Seat Performance Supervisor leads a team focused on core seat comfort, foam, trim, and innovation engineering.

You will translate customer insights into action across Ergonomics, biomechanics, and technology integration, guiding design from research through production. The position requires 5+ years in automotive seat engineering and CAD experience, with strong communication and global collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 5+ years in automotive seat engineering focusing on comfort, foam, trim or ergonomics.
• 1+ year CAD experience is required; master's degree is a plus for deeper biomechanics knowledge.
• Strong communication and collaboration across global teams are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team responsible for core seat comfort, foam, trim & innovation engineering.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for existing methods, requirements, and products.
• Provide essential leadership and support for program delivery, ensuring comfort, foam, and trim targets are met.
• Bridge the gap between human anatomy (ergonomics) and mechanical design.
• Collaborate on projects and knowledge sharing with internal and external teams.
• Lead root cause analysis of current production and in-flight program issues.
• Establish benchmarking plans to support program development and perceived quality.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering technical growth and engagement.

Skills

Ergonomics

Biomechanics

Seat Engineering

CATIA CAD

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

CATIA

FEA

Job description

Ford Motor Company invites applications for a leadership role in Seat Engineering. The Core Seat Performance Supervisor leads a team focused on core seat comfort, foam, trim, and innovation engineering.

You will translate customer insights into action across Ergonomics, biomechanics, and technology integration, guiding design from research through production. The position requires 5+ years in automotive seat engineering and CAD experience, with strong communication and global collaboration