Ford Racing Electrical Systems Engineer
Allen Park, 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.
At Ford our commitment to engineering the worlds best performance vehicles isnt just a business goal its our origin story. It began in 1901 when Henry Fords Sweepstakes race car utilized mechanical fuel injection and insulated spark plugs to win his first and only race. That victory provided the notoriety and funding to launch Ford Motor Company.
Today that same spirit drives the Ford Racing team. From the sands of Baja to the pavement of Le Mans our success on the track fuels the development of our road-going icons. We are the team behind the Raptor Mustang GT350 the legendary Ford GT and the next generation of high-performance vehicles.
Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative exciting and sustainable ideas to life.We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy electrification smart mobility technologies and more!
In this position...
- The Ford Racing Electrical Team is seeking an independent empowered and passionate Electrical Systems Integration Engineer.
- In this role you will be the technical glue that holds our vehicle programs together leading the pre-design design and launch phases of current and future Ford Racing programs.
- You will ensure that the Ford Racing DNA is woven into every electrical circuit and system we build.
Responsibilities
What youll do...
- Drive Design & Development: Lead the design of Ford Racing-specific electrical content coordinating technical reviews between component and EDS (Electrical Distribution System) engineers to ensure total system integrity.
- Bridge the Gap: Survey engineers for electrical interfaces and ensure device transmittals are accurately populated in VSEM to support EDS wiring development.
- Validate Excellence: Build Design Verification (DV) requirements for system-level functions and perform rigorous validation testing to ensure product compliance.
- Own the Launch: Support vehicle builds onsite at assembly plants represent the electrical team on evaluation drives and manage BOM sign-offs for pre-production events.
- Solve Complex Problems: Root cause and resolve electrical issues as they arise utilizing breadboards CAN tools and data logging to troubleshoot modules and systems.
- Lead Partners: Manage Full Service Suppliers (FSS) and internal/external resources to deliver programs on time and to performance targets.
- Navigate Tools: Utilize Fords engineering suite (FEDE WERS AIMS JIRA 5/8Ds QUIP eCATs) to manage deliverables throughout the GPDS lifecycle.
Qualifications
Youll have...
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- 5-7 years of experience in automotive electrical systems.
- Experience in new vehicle launch environments.
- Proficiency with Ford engineering tools and processes (GPDS FEDE WERS AIMS DFMEA).
- Technical experience with CAN tools (CAN log collection module software flashing Bus Queries VSCS or Novellus Data Logger).
Even better you may have...
- Masters degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
- A deep-seated passion for performance vehicles.
- Proven ability to handle complex tasks under compressed racing-speed timelines.
- Strong Ford OS leadership behaviors with the ability to build relationships across multi-functional teams (Studio Purchasing Body Engineering and Vehicle Operations).
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 7 and ranges from $86600-$144900.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99100-$166200.
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.
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.
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 the United States if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid
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