Hiring: Lighting Optical Engineer Company: Ford Motor Company Location: Dearborn, MI Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 14:25:34 Target Skills & Keywords : AutoCAD, CAD, CATIA, Cargo, Program Management, User Experience About the job Experience: •3 years of experience designing and developing interior lighting systems. •Minimum 3 years of experience designing and developing interior lighting systems. Required Skills: •Will be responsible for supporting all phases of engineering from design concept to production release. •Will support validation of designs through the Ford DV process, resolving all issues in a timely manner. Qualifications: •Bachelor of Science in engineering, Optical Engineering, or a related field. •Demonstrated Program Management skills from kick off to post Job#1 •Clear understanding of Design and Release task/process for in house designed interior lighting systems or applicable electrical component development. •Comprehensive knowledge of Overhead/Cargo and Ambient Lighting attribute targets, package and tooling feasibility, material analysis, Design Rules, SDS requirements, DFMEA, FMA, and DVPR. •Comprehensive knowledge of Catia V5 including surface and solids development. •Functional knowledge of Teamcenter Engineering and EBOM structure including searching for parts, saving and freezing items. •Comprehensive understanding of SPEOS optical CAE software. •Demonstrated capability of working with designers for in-house designed interior lighting. •Knowledge of interior lighting cost drivers. •Excellent communication, team building, and leadership skills Compensation: •$84,600 - $166,200 / year •Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!