Senior Surface Designer – Automotive Class A

Ford Design

Dearborn (MI)

Hybrid

USD 74,000 - 166,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off and holidays
Tuition assistance
Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford Design in Dearborn, MI explores advanced surface development for Ford Motor Company. An Advanced Surfacer creates early Class A surface and geometry, translating sketches into 3D math while respecting engineering requirements and design vision.

You will lead iterative reviews with designers, ensure program requirements are integrated, and drive data issue resolutions. The role blends creative design with rigorous technical execution across tools like ICEM Surf, CATIA ISD, Alias, and

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Class A Surfacing.
  • Strong technical skills in Class A Surfacing Tools, Data Management and Visualization Tools.
  • High School/GED required.

Responsibilities

  • Leads iterative reviews with creative designers to progress surface execution.
  • Ensures incorporation of technical, attribute and program requirements into surface while maintaining the design vision.
  • Drives resolution of surface data issues by leading power wall and digital reviews.
  • Facilitate program surface progression through the K-Loops. Develops the delivery of feasible math surfaces aligned with program milestones requirements that maintains design intent.

Skills

5+ years Class A Surfacing experience

Education

Associates degree or equivalent
Bachelor’s degree preferred
High School / GED

Tools

ICEM Surf
CATIA ISD
Alias
Teamcenter
Reference Manager

Job description

Ford Design in Dearborn, MI explores advanced surface development for Ford Motor Company. An Advanced Surfacer creates early Class A surface and geometry, translating sketches into 3D math while respecting engineering requirements and design vision.

You will lead iterative reviews with designers, ensure program requirements are integrated, and drive data issue resolutions. The role blends creative design with rigorous technical execution across tools like ICEM Surf, CATIA ISD, Alias, and

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