Feature Systems Engineer (Enclosures Domain)

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In this position...
Lead development of Power Enclosures features at the systems level from early feature development to production including leading feature upgrade and migration plan.

What youll do...

• Execute a Systems Engineering approach to new feature design to meet customer needs.
• Develop feature/functional/implementation specifications feature Failure Mode Avoidance documentation feature verification plan functional safety assessment cybersecurity assessment & mitigation to meet use case attribute targets
• Design feature system using Model Based Systems Engineering & Software Development (i.e. python) and software requirement tools (ex: Gherkin) for design and documentation.
• Develop high level network wiring and power distribution topologies / schematics / block diagrams
• Allocate features and functions across electronic modules and subsystems to meet cost quality and feature performance targets
• Develop feature specifications feature Failure Mode Avoidance documentation feature verification plan etc.
• Review existing system designs to find new opportunities for cost or quality improvement. Interact with program teams core engineers and functional areas to create balanced solutions to competing requirements
• Develop relationships with cross functional teams and supply base to learn about the latest technologies and possible implementation
• Analyze complex cross-functional systems and implement innovative solutions
• Lead trade-off discussions with cross-functional teams
• Communicate complex systems issues and resolutions in a clear and concise manner
• Utilize connected data & data analytics to develop a deep understanding of the customer

Youll have...

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Mechatronics or related field

• 3 years of experience with vehicle electrical systems and/or features

• Strong learning agility systems thinking and analytical skills

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams

• Functional knowledge of electrical module design networking wiring power distribution body systems chassis systems etc.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to quickly understand and articulate complex issues

• Emotional resilience to negotiate cross functional trade-offs

Even better you may have...

• Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Mechatronics or related field

• 5 years of experience with vehicle electrical systems and/or features

• Hands on experience with Gherkin and/or Github

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!

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 builderor 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 Years Day

• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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This position is a range of salary grades6 - 8.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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