Job Description
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. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
In this position...
We are looking for eMotor/ISC engineers to specifically work on electric drive Traction Inverter and eMotor design, development, and validation for the next generation electrified vehicles. The eMotor/ISC engineer will work to develop and validate hardware in vehicle as part of product development and ongoing production. The engineer will also work closely with vehicles in the field, assembly plants, and potentially suppliers in root cause analysis. In addition, the engineer will lead competitive benchmarking for eMotor and Inverter hardware.
Our diverse HEV Product Development Team – situated in Dearborn Michigan - is comprised of HEV product strategists, researchers, hardware designers, software designers, test and calibration engineers, prototypes, and project managers. Together our team works to understand our changing world, identify new opportunities, and take action to design and innovate for the future of mobility and sustainability– Ford’s vehicles and surrounding experiences.
Responsibilities
What you'll do...
- Lead and support vehicle testing and development, including but not limited to:
- Vehicle milestone sign off support
- Vehicle benchmark testing for eMotor and inverter capability and usage
- Track testing, public road testing, Ford facility testing
- Support emerging issues in root cause analysis with cross functional team.
- Manage eMotor and Inverter benchmarking activities, including but not limited to:
- Lead recurring eMotor/ISC benchmarking meeting to coordinate and inform cross functional teams
- Coordination and scheduling of part orders, teardown process (vehicle + propulsion system)
- Collection, interpretation, and communication of benchmark results to interfacing management and teams
- Research and management of benchmarking information from various internal and external sources
- Drive recommendations for architecture and design decisions
- Manage select process improvements in eMotor/ISC department
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally, when needed
Qualifications
You'll have...
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or related field
- 1+ years in Systems Engineering preferably in EV or HEV systems (Hybrid Electrical Vehicle)
Even better, you may have...
- Master of Science in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or related field
- 3+ years in Systems Engineering preferably in EV or HEV systems (Hybrid Electrical Vehicle)
- Good academic knowledge of high voltage systems in automotive application
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Passion for electrification and visionary mindset
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.
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This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 .
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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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.
