Class A Surface / Math Modeler Design Opportunity

This is a hybrid remote positon, based out of Dearborn, MI. If candidates are not local, they must be willing and able to relocate so that they can come onsite weekly (relocation assistance is not offered).

Class A Surface Designer Technical Specialist molds the creative vision into usable production intent surfaces while retaining the visual allure and identity of the design vision.

Skills Required:

1. Leads program surface progression of Design and surface expert evaluation 2. Leads cross-system surface execution to ensure full system surface compatibility with A surface excellence 3. Confirms all program surface interfaces are "Designed-in-Context" to a coordinated data set including supplier data 4. Develops and maintains a coordinated Class A surface database (i.e. Reference Manager) 5. Ensures incorporation of appropriated technical, attribute and program requirements into surface whilst maintaining the design vision. 6. Drives resolution of surface data issues by leading power wall and digital reviews, 7. Manages surface changes in database system (Ford SDMS system) 8. Maintain program product structure and part history in database release system (Ford TeamCenter) to accurately represent evolution of design and change control 9. Supports workload distribution, and prioritization of Class A surface development 10. Facilitate program surface progression through the theme feasibility process. Develop and assist (mentor) Class A Surface Designers in the delivery of feasible math surfaces aligned with program milestones requirements that delivers design intent 11. Develop Surfaces necessary to support the theme and feasibility development process up to and including final Class A production prove-out and tooling release.

Skills Preferred:

Experience Required:

2. 5+ years of Class A experience (Alias, ICEM Surf, ISD/IDX, Maya), preferably within the automotive OEM creative Space 3. Understanding of latest industry quality standards for Automotive Class A surface 4. Ability to analyze and validate Class A surface geometry for "best construction and Design practice" and providing feedback as necessary. 5. Proficiency in developing and reviewing models in Unreal, VRED or equivalent rendering software 6. Comprehensive understanding of material selection and impact on surfacing opportunities. This might include material behaviors beyond "free state" such as installed positions 7. Thorough working knowledge of the Surface development process from Design conception phase though production release for both Exterior and Interior Design and components

Experience Preferred:

Education Required:

1. Bachelor's Degree in industrial design, transportation design, mechanical engineering, or equivalent practical experience