Tech Leader Electrified Propulsion Systems

Dearborn, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

In this position...

As part of the Research and Advanced engineering activity at Ford this technical leadership role is responsible for defining preferred propulsion architectures setting & guiding direction for system development and working across multiple domains/teams to deliver new electrified propulsion systems & technologies

Responsibilities

What youll do...

Lead propulsion technology / architecture studies and the design of innovative electrified propulsion system concepts
Identify strategic electrified propulsion opportunities help define portfolio priorities and provide technical direction for Fords advanced propulsion projects
Identify key technical challenges and develop system solutions that improve cost attributes and robustness for new xEV technologies including EVs EREVs PHEVs FHEVs and FCEVs.
Set & guide direction for propulsion system & vehicle development leveraging virtual and physical prototypes to achieve attribute goals
Mentor and teach engineering team on electrified propulsion architectures systems technologies operating principles and analysis methods
Develop and secure electrified propulsion related IP to protect Fords business and gain a competitive advantage
Ensure technical integrity and quality of department technical efforts and products provide guidance and internal alignment

Qualifications

Youll have...

Proven technical leadership with deep electrified propulsion knowledge and a systems engineering mindset
Detailed understanding of xEV architectures hybrid propulsion operating principles and strategies propulsion sub-systems hardware and control systems vehicle attributes and vehicle simulation
The ability to navigate environments without prescribed paths or solutions and work collaboratively across multiple domains & teams to deliver new solutions
Masters or PHD degree in Mechanical Electrical or similar Engineering field
15 years of experience in electrified propulsion systems and advanced xEV development
Demonstrated expertise in propulsion architecture design system sizing and advanced propulsion development
Familiarity with vehicle control systems and propulsion calibration
Expertise translating attribute needs into powertrain requirements identifying alternatives & conducting system trade-offs
Track record of electrified propulsion innovations & maturing technology from proof-of concept to technology readiness and/or production
Ability to extract key insights and convey complex technical topics clearly to senior leadership

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.

This position is a Leadership Level 5.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is not 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.

This position is hybrid (onsite four days per week).

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DescriptionIn this position...As part of the Research and Advanced engineering activity at Ford this technical leadership role is responsible for defining preferred propulsion architectures setting & guiding direction for system development and working across multiple domains/teams to deliver new el...