In this position…Electrification is a key part of Ford's future automotive growth. This is an opportunity to be a part of the team that carving out the future success of the company's long-term vision.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. What will you make today?Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!What you'll do
Organize and materialize 3D assets in Unreal
Design experiences, interactions, and applications that support effective collaboration within immersive environments
Develop and support methodologies for effective integration, visualization, and dissemination of 3D data sources
Stay current with immersive technology and software development trends
Develop engineering and technical documentation
Lead the development and prototyping of hardware and software-based solutions
You'll have
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Game Design/Development, or a similar field
Minimum 2 years of professional/academic software development or engineering experience
Extensive knowledge of Unreal with Blueprinting experience
Graphics programming – rendering, shader scripting, OpenGL, etc.
Experience in one or more 3D modeling tools: Maya, Blender, 3DSMax, etc.
Programming generalist, with experience in some/all the following: C#, C, JS, Python, VBA
Team-based software development, troubleshooting, and deployment
Extended Reality (XR) application development"
Knowledge of CAD programs and data translation services
Demonstrate superb communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Comfortable with communicating at all levels in the company
Even better, you may have
Autodesk VRED
WebGL
Arduino/Microcontrollers
Familiarity with 3D CAD applications, primarily CATIA
Familiarity with PLM applications
Familiarity with data translation software such as PiXYZ and Theorem
Game engine performance optimization – 3D data decimation, LODs, data culling, etc.
Have operated 3D printers and similar equipment
Have Unity experience
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 changemaker, 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, vision and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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 more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD (https://urldefense.com/v3/https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD;NLtwI-RPugbI9wg0dJn!C81yFnah7UgVFq1NfFI7JRIRgk9aQtjacwQ7Wq15MaHiztZR3eJee7l57bYVXENZrlFC2yv4GU22CQnG$)This position is a range of salary grades 7 -8Visa sponsorship is not 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. 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.Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LI-Hybrid LI-JARRequisition ID : 41913