Ford

Ford Motor Company relies heavily on computer-aided design (CAD), digital surface modeling, and product lifecycle management (PLM) to engineer and manufacture its global line of consumer vehicles, commercial fleets, electric vehicles (Model e), and performance programs. CAD-related roles at Ford support critical product development divisions, including body-in-white (BIW) structural design, powertrain and high-voltage EV battery packaging, interior/exterior studio styling, chassis and suspension geometry, and assembly plant manufacturing tooling. Working in a CAD, digital surfacing, or mechanical design role at Ford involves using industrial CAD platforms like CATIA (3DEXPERIENCE), Siemens NX, SolidWorks, and Teamcenter to manage complex assemblies, balance aerodynamics, and apply precise GD&T across the entire vehicle architecture.