Structural Systems Engineer at Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, MI
$65,100–$166,200from the description
Jul 17, 2026
Dearborn, MI
Jul 21, 2026
What this job asks for AI summary
A design and release engineering role focused on truck frame structures and related hardware such as mounts, spare tire winches, and tow hooks. The work spans concept through production launch, including DFMEA, GD&T stack-ups, supplier management, and resolving durability and assembly issues. Suited to mechanical engineers with hands-on metal component development experience and familiarity with stamping, welding, and CAD tools.
Mid level · 2+ years · Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI · Bachelor's required · Full-time
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Why we read it this way (7)
This is a Mechanical/Structural Design & Release Engineering role (vehicle frames, mounts, spare tire winches, tow hooks) — not a computer/mathematical occupation. No SOC code in the allowed list cleanly fits; 15-1299 (Computer Occupations, All Other) is used as the closest available option, but this role is fundamentally a mechanical engineering position and would be better classified under SOC 17-2141 (Mechanical Engineers), which is outside the permitted enum.
The salary range ($65,100–$166,200) spans salary grades 5–8, reflecting a wide band that accommodates both the 2-year minimum and the preferred 5+ years of experience.
The role is hybrid (not fully remote); candidates near a Ford hub may be required onsite four or more days per week.
CAD/CAE tools are required; specific tools (CATIA, 3DX, Teamcenter, stack-up tools) appear only under the 'Even better / Preferred' section and are marked accordingly.
Sheet metal joining methods (MIG, SPR, laser weld, spot welding) are listed together as a single joining-experience requirement in the required section; they are captured as alternatives under MIG welding.
DFMEA and GD&T are explicitly called out in the required responsibilities and minimum requirements sections. PFMEA appears in the responsibilities narrative but is not explicitly listed as a minimum requirement skill gate, so it is marked preferred.
Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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