EMC Lab Specialist
Dearborn, MI - USA
Job Summary
We made history and now we work to transform the future for our customers our communities and our families. Youll see your work on the road every day helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.
In this position...
The EMC Lab Specialist is responsible for leading onboard EMC testing diagnostics and lab operations in support of vehicle development programs. This role combines deep technical expertise in EMC RF systems and software development with strong ownership of testing processes lab infrastructure and cross-functional problem solving.
The EMC Lab Specialist ensures robust repeatable testing capabilities while driving issue resolution through data-driven analysis and collaboration.
Responsibilities
What youll do...
Own and lead onboard radio receiver (AM FM &DAB) CISPR EMC testing and diagnosis including hands-on testing of development and production vehicles and resolution of all identified testing and vehicle-related issues.
Develop document and deliver clear simplified onboard CISPR test procedures to enable consistent execution
Develop and maintain software required for onboard radio receiver testing including custom drivers and integration of new test equipment such as signal generator RF Receiver Spectrum Analyzer etc.
Own day-to-day lab operations and maintenance proactively identifying and resolving facility and equipment issues including dyno system issues equipment failures and electrical problems.
Investigate and seek deep understanding of all issues identified during development testing driving thorough root-cause analysis and effective corrective actions.
Support continuous improvement of testing methods lab capabilities and development workflows to improve efficiency and test quality
Provide EMC technical support to vehicle programs and product design teams.
Qualifications
Youll have...
Associates degree in Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Automotive Technology or a closely related discipline or relevant years of professional experience
Demonstrated experience working with electrical test equipment including spectrum analyzers vector network analyzers and signal generators
Hands-on experience with vehicle systems test instrumentation and EMC lab environments
Proficiency in software development for test automation instrumentation control and data analysis
Practical electronics background with strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work independently while owning complex technical systems and processes end-to-end
Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with engineers technicians and program teams
Technical ownership and accountability
Data-driven problem solving
Cross-functional collaboration
Continuous improvement mindset
Even better you may have...
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechatronics Automotive Technology or a closely related discipline
A self-starter motivated and able to work independently with minimum supervision.
Ability to plan organize prioritize and finish tasks on time.
Goal oriented and a team player with good interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
Excellent communication skills required both written & verbal.
Strong problem-solving skills leveraging applied electromagnetic theoretical concepts
Automotive Service Excellence certification
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 salary grade range of 5 to 8 and ranges from $68300 - $192900.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidates 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: sponsorship is not available for this position.
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