[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Ford Motor jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ford-motor/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Ford Motor · Long Beach, CA # Seat Structures CAE Engineer Long Beach, CA, United States Hybrid $109,100-$182,800 Operations Listed on Ford Motor’s official careers site. Posted September 17, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Ford Motor’s careers site →](https://efds.fa.em5.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/70779) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Ford Motor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ford-motor/) / Seat Structures CAE Engineer ## Job description The Seating CAE Engineer will be responsible for analyzing and optimizing unique seat structures to meet federal and internal performance requirements. You will work with a diverse team to launch the next generation Vehicle Platform Architectures for electric vehicles. ## Responsibilities What you'll do... Work with Program Design, safety and CAE teams to develop first, second and third row seat systems for electric vehicle platforms Develop CAE models for analyzing seat strength & stiffness at seat level and seat on body level as per Ford modeling guidelines. Model all mechanisms (recliner, latch, track, etc.) for all the seats and be capable of creating various seat position Where appropriate, conduct DOE/DFSS studies by utilizing optimization tools, on seat designs to meet performance requirements within the constraints of conflicting attributes such cost and mass. Support quick concept development of new and emerging ideas and work in a cross-functional environment to identify and overcome technical challenges and meet requirements Participate in post-test teardowns to correlate CAE results to physical tests. Ensure designs conform to safety standards and U.S. government regulations. Support the creation of standard work procedures for delivering quality models and simulation results. Responsible for post processing results for belt, bolt, weld, sectional forces and creating animations to identifying critical load paths Participate in design reviews and present design concepts. Make recommendations to improve and refine designs ## Qualifications You'll have... B.S. Mechanical Engineering or related field 5+ years of experience in creating and running CAE models for seat systems Working knowledge and experience using CAE pre- post- processing codes such as Hyperworks, ANSA, Primer, LS-Prepost equivalent for geometry cleanup and meshing, Be able to run, debug and post-process Nastran, LS-Dyna or equivalent for CAE analysis. Be able to run one or more of following optimization tools: HEEDs, ModeFRONTIER, Optistruct, Tosca, Inspire, ANSYS Familiarity with CAD tools such as CATIA/3Dx and capable of using CAD to develop CAE models from scratch. Strong knowledge and application of engineering fundamentals. Proven ability to analyze data, draw appropriate conclusions, and make solid recommendations. Good communication and time management skills. Ability to prioritize and complete multiple assignments at one time. Even better, you may have... M.S./Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering or related field 5-10+ years of experience in creating and running CAE models Expert knowledge and experience using CAE preprocessing codes such as Hypermesh, ANSA equivalent for geometry cleanup and meshing, Expert knowledge of modeling and analysis of various metals/plastics material systems (i.e. stampings, castings, injection molding, etc) and joining technologies (spot/line welds, SPR, FDS, adhesives, etc). 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. This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $109,100-$182,800 Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: [https://fordcareers.co/GSR](https://fordcareers.co/GSR) Visa sponsorship is 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. This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-MZ1 #UEV ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 17, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 31 days - Location: Long Beach, CA, United States - Work arrangement: Hybrid - Pay: $109,100-$182,800[Apply on Ford Motor’s careers site →](https://efds.fa.em5.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/70779) ## More jobs at Ford Motor ### [Electronics Hardware Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ford-motor/jobs/f0883b1d82a2fb86e6f2/) Long Beach, CA, United States ### [Lead Dyno Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ford-motor/jobs/c31855fcaeaa3543e266/) Long Beach, CA, United States ### [Power Electronics Engineer - Inverter](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ford-motor/jobs/591a9a4d35df5137c6b1/) Long Beach, CA, United States ### [Power Systems Integration Engineer (High Voltage)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ford-motor/jobs/f8dad08e6296b404defb/) Long Beach, CA, United States ### [Range and Performance Test Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ford-motor/jobs/369d1506bdab8040f4ee/) Long Beach, CA, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [CAE Engineer – Piston Structures & Durability](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-motors/jobs/a646752e123bd286fc2e/) General Motors · Warren, Michigan, United States of America ### [Staff Lead Rear Seat Structures Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-motors/jobs/2298c293de229db8d394/) General Motors · Warren, Michigan, United States of America ### [Vault In-Seat Sever](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/5c41431c2521ddc1d713/) Aramark · Washington, DC, US ### [In-seat Bartender- Regent Bank Amphitheater](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/ea77cc2ee63a97cacb76/) Aramark · Broken Arrow, OK, US ### [Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Structures & Cabinetry](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/trane-technologies/jobs/f20aaafd668e17c75048/) Trane Technologies · Clarksville, Tennessee, United States of America OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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