Senior Battery Structures Architecture Engineer

Ford Motor Company; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to join their Electric Vehicles team. This role focuses on developing innovative battery structures for electric vehicles, ensuring optimal performance from concept to mass production. You will work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges. If you're passionate about sustainability and automotive technologies, this is your chance to contribute to a greener future while advancing your career in a supportive and flexible workplace.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Family Care

Vehicle Discounts

Tuition Assistance

Community Service Days

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in battery structure design and manufacturing.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software, especially CATIA V6.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative battery structures for future EV platforms.
• Collaborate across functions to optimize designs and meet requirements.

Skills

3D CAD Software

Mechanical Engineering

Battery Design

Problem Solving

Automotive Systems Knowledge

Documentation Skills

Project Management

Collaboration Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA V6 (3DX)

Enovia

Job description

We 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, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. You’ll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, staying focused on only what matters, and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 5+ years of experience designing battery structures, joining parts, component manufacturing, and assembly processes
• 5+ years of experience using 3D CAD software, proficiency with CATIA V6 (3DX)
• Experience solving open-ended engineering problems
• Knowledge of vehicle attributes related to high-voltage battery design, safety, durability
• Strong technical knowledge of automotive systems, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Understanding of Vehicle Crash and Homologation requirements
• Effective planning skills for internal and external stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with effective documentation and reporting skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple tasks
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with strong follow-through
• Experience developing timing plans, financial evaluations, and product costing techniques
• Ability to recognize and manage design risks with solutions
• Independent and collaborative work skills within a diverse global team
• Aptitude to learn and incorporate new technologies

Even better, you may have...

• Master's Degree in Engineering
• Excellent understanding of GD&T standards
• Innovative thinker passionate about sustainability and automotive technologies
• Proficiency with Catia, Enovia, or similar tools
• Hands-on experience with automotive product development
• Desire to work cross-functionally in a dynamic, high-performing team
• Systematic approach to design and continuous improvement

We encourage applicants who may not check every box but believe they can bring value to Ford Motor Company to apply!

Benefits & Work Environment

We offer a flexible work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, family care, vehicle discounts, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, community service days, paid holidays, and more.

This position is a salary grade 8. For more information on salary and benefits, visit: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP3

Visa sponsorship is available. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US. Verification of employment eligibility is required at hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates near a Ford hub. #LI-Hybrid #LI-MZ1

Responsibilities

• Develop battery structures for future EV platforms, focusing on innovative designs, materials, and manufacturing processes to optimize performance from concept to mass production.
• Design and refine 3D geometry of battery structures, balancing construction, material, and manufacturing considerations.
• Work with large assemblies for quick CAE analysis, prototypes, and production refinement.
• Optimize designs through analytical and physical assessments.
• Innovate and improve engineering development processes.
• Architect and develop battery structure architecture from initial concepts to prototype release.
• Create design solutions and support manufacturing process development to ensure quality and performance.
• Implement novel construction techniques and drive them to production feasibility.
• Participate in design reviews, present concepts, and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate across functions to address technical challenges and meet requirements.
• Establish and track validation targets and test cases for new product introduction, including crash, abuse, durability, and corrosion testing.
• Continuously challenge industry and internal standards to raise quality and performance benchmarks.