TE - HV Battery SW Controls

In this position

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The High Voltage Battery SW Algorithm Technical Specialist will be responsible for leading the team to develop control algorithms for Battery Management System (BMS) of Hybrid Plugin and Electric vehicles. They will work closely with BMS SW supervisors Control Architecture BMS Hardware HIL testing and HIL development supervisors to ensure the timely and quality delivery of the BMS production software for multiple electrified vehicle programs.

What youll do...

• Primary subject matter expert on cell and battery control system algorithms and techniques including production implementation.
• Work closely with internal and R&A teams to identify strategic development gaps guiding research and actively engaged in definition and execution.
• Handson subject matter expert involved in electrified system development AC and DC charging contactor controls BMIC measurement & fault system while understanding impact to cells.
• Develop & Cascade software requirements and style guides. Work closely with HV Battery Electronics Controls Technical Expert to progress state of the art designs.
• Lead root cause analysis of BMS issues in development and post launch.
• Develop training material and grow the controls / software knowledge base of the engineering team.
• Lead peerreview process of models ensure compliance to design guidelines & best practices.
• Support resolution of HV battery controller issues.
• Train SW engineers and provide constructive feedback and coaching.

Youll have...

• Master or above in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Mechanical Engineering or similar required
• Minimum 6 years handson experience with HV battery management systems controls including
  • Charging related algorithms including AC and DC Fast Charging Bidirectional Power Transfer
  • Advanced knowledge in Electrified System / Module interactions as well as battery internal component controls (such as contactors current sensor thermistor pressure sensor and fuses)
  • Expert ability in developing models working in Matlab & Simulink environments
  • Strong research capability able to engage with R&A team and guide advanced developments
• Demonstrated product delivery and problemsolving skills
  • Cradletograve battery controls delivery experience
  • Proven go to resource for difficult software / strategy issues; able to quickly and effectively apply technical and quality process knowledge to drive issues to robust closure
• Extensive experience in engineering document development and cascades
  • Successful authoring and publication of engineering component specifications
  • Able educate and mentor to the engineering community demonstrated experience delivering technical training classes / lunch & learn etc.
• Working knowledge of power electronic hardware and controls.
• Familiarity with different SW standards and process including but not limited to AutoSAR ISO26262 and ASPICE.
• Strong oral and written communications skills with ability to present to higher levels of management

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

This position is aleadership level 6.
For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LIHybrid LIJAR