_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._ _What you’ll do..._ + Innovate and develop new adhesive and sealer technologies for enhanced structural integrity. + Guide the technical direction for the development and application of new materials, ensuring alignment with broader company goals. + Lead cross functional teams to develop new materials and joining / bonding applications that deliver future strategic solutions + Benchmark competition and develop advanced projects to ensure Ford is best in class + Close cooperation with CAE team for the development of simulation methods and joint cards + Feasibility assessment of program-specific material combinations during the development phase + Planning, execution, and evaluation of adhesive & sealing joining trials with new materials and/or joining processes in internal and external laboratories in alignment with cross-functional teams + Lead projects from concept through to launch, ensuring timelines, quality, and performance standards are met. + Sign-off Adhesive and Sealer related requirements at key program milestones + Lead/participate in solving production issues with manufacturing and cross-functional teams; these include and are not limited to: Stop-Ships, Field Service Actions, Warranty, Material Shortages + Drive continuous improvement in the supply base _You'll have..._ + B.S. in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related physical science field of study + 5+ years experience with job responsibilities specific to adhesives and sealers in body structures + 3+ years of experience using 3D CAD software, Proficiency with CATIA V6 (3DX) + Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a diverse global team with good communication and interpersonal skills + Have an aptitude to learn and incorporate new technologies + Ability to plan effectively for both internal and external stakeholders. + Detail-oriented personality with effective documentation and reporting + Must be reliable, innovative, committed, and quality focused + Experience in all program phases from Pre-Program through Launch + Demonstrated expert-level knowledge in Adhesives and Sealer (pumpables, tapes, baffles, extruded other) products and supply base + Working knowledge of applicable Design, Analysis, Verification, Quality, Manufacturing, and Assembly methods + Demonstrated improvements in customer satisfaction, reduction in warranty, total cost reduction + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to guide the development of new technologies. + Ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment and deal with multiple tasks at the same time + Self-starter: ability to work effectively with little oversight _Even better, you may have..._ + Master's Degree in Engineering + Excellent understanding of GD&T standards + Innovative thinker with a passion for sustainability and emerging automotive technologies. + High level of expertise and proficiency with Catia, Enovia, or similar tools including drawing and modelling practices and methodologies + Hands-on experience building and launching automotive products + Strong written and verbal communication skills + A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Certificate of Accomplishment from a recognized Design educational institution, or equivalent skills and expertise + An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team + A system approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for exceptional delivery execution and continuous improvement _You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply_ _As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a change maker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:_ + _Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage_ + _Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more_ + _Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases_ + _Tuition assistance_ + _Established and active employee resource groups_ + _Paid time off for individual and team community service_ + _A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day_ + _Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time._ _For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:_ _https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2024-benefits-and-comp-GSR-sal-plan-2.pdf_ _Visa sponsorship is available for this position._ _Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire._ _We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660._ \#LI-MZ1 **Requisition ID** : 41297