Design Studio Engineer

About Us

Ford Motor Company is constantly evolving and innovating.

As part of the International Markets Group, we are committed to delivering smarter, more connected vehicles for our Global customers.

Looking ahead, Ford is excited about the future.

With an expanding vehicle lineup, growing digital services, and a strong dealer network, we are well-positioned to support Australian businesses in new ways.

As Australia's largest automotive OEM employer, we proudly have around 1,500 talented engineers, designers, and specialists working across five Victorian sites.

Crucially, Australia is a key global development hub for Ford, and our local design and engineering team lead the creation of vehicles including the Ranger, Ranger Raptor, and Everest – models sold in around 180 markets worldwide.

Why Ford?

For a century, we\'ve been a driving force across Australia, building a legacy that truly speaks for itself.

Leading the way, the Ranger continues its reign as Australia\'s No. 1 Selling Vehicle and our iconic Mustang proudly holds its position as Australia's No. 1 Sports Car.

These remarkable achievements are a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation and a customer-focused approach that has delivered success across our entire lineup, giving us so much to be excited about!

But we believe we do more than just build award-winning vehicles—we build careers.

Discounted lease car options.

Multiple Employee Resource Groups – Ford Pride, Women of Ford and Ford Empowering Diverse Abilities.

Flexible Work Arrangements.

Growth and development opportunities via internal and external training.

Paid parental leave from day 1.

Comprehensive Employee Assist Program.

Wellness Programs including Free Flu Vaccinations and Health Checks.

Paid Volunteer Days.

About The Role

As a Design Studio Engineer, you will work with many team members to make the design vision a reality.

From developing initial engineering concepts for a new design, guiding, and integrating multiple engineering and manufacturing inputs into the A surface, providing alternative proposals that enable new ways of reconciling functional requirements and thematic intent, to building a suitable physical model that makes the concept and reality.

This position reports directly to the Design Engineering Manager and is based at the Design Studio in Broadmeadows, operating on a hybrid schedule with four days in the office.

Feasibility Leadership : Lead the comprehensive feasibility development process for new vehicles, spanning from initial concept ideation to refined production surfaces.

Design Innovation : Develop compelling proposals for new vehicle designs that push boundaries and establish design leadership.

Trade-off Management : Expertly lead the balancing of functional and attribute trade-offs throughout the design feasibility progression, ensuring optimal solutions.

Studio Feasibility Process : Drive the Design deliverables for feasibility progression through the established Studio Design feasibility process.

Conceptual Engineering : Lead up-front design feasibility engineering activities, providing crucial conceptual support and integrating upper body functional requirements to support design and feasibility development.

CAD-Based Layouts : Lead the development of CAD-Based Zone Layouts for Studio Design Feasibility, integrating functional feasibility and Design requirements.

Surface Development : Guide the development of feasibility surface proposals throughout theme and surface development stages.

Creative Problem Solving : Apply a strong functional and appearance focus to generate creative solutions and alternatives for engineering and vehicle package issues, supporting Design Leadership.

System-Level Studies : Conduct system-level studies of Design Studio and program alternatives in advance of functional and / or supplier support.

Digital Model Development : Develop and maintain Surface Scaffold files to enable efficient physical and digital model development and theme overlay.

Data Management : Oversee data management processes within, into, and out of the studio environment.

Education : Bachelor\'s degree in mechanical engineering or automotive equivalent.

Experience (Vehicle Layout) : Minimum 5 years of proven experience in complete vehicle layout / package, including Body-In-White and Trim.

Communication & Leadership : Must be a self-starter with excellent communication skills, capable of leading presentations and discussions in decision-making forums.

Technical Proficiency (CAD & Design) : Highly proficient in CAD software, with a strong understanding of design studio procedures and the design feasibility progression process.

Legislative Knowledge : Strong familiarity with legislative requirements impacting the design feasibility process.

Feasibility Tools : Demonstrated understanding and application of various feasibility tools, particularly within the design studio environment.

Production Process Knowledge : Strong understanding of automotive production processes.

Preferred Qualifications :

Creative Environment Experience : Experience working with designers and / or in a creative studio environment.

Adaptability & Multi-tasking : Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapting quickly to constant shifts in priority.

Equal Opportunity

Ford Australia is inclusive employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

If you require any support or adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact our Talent and Inclusion Lead Sarah at .

Applicants must be legally authorised to work in Australia.

Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Applications will close on Sunday 11 January

• ; however, please do not delay your application as interviews will commence before this date.

Please note due to the high numbers of applications we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.

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