At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrow’s transportation.
Do you have what it takes to make smart vehicles for a smart world? Join the Ford Product Development team. Utilizing Design Thinking & User Experience methods, you’ll work to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We’re seeking forward-thinking, laser-focused professionals with a passion for bringing innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to such advancements as autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!
ResponsibilitiesWhat you’ll be able to do:
ADAS Applications Design and Release (D&R) Engineer - positions offered by Ford Motor Company (Dearborn, Michigan). Note, this is a hybrid position whereby the employee will work both from home and from the aforementioned worksite. Hence, the employee must live within a reasonable commuting distance from the worksite. Apply Global Product Development System process. Analyze data, identify root causes of issues, and develop corrective actions to optimize processes and achieve desired outcomes. Participate in system definition and program set-up (including Bill of Material, Work planning). Comply with Program cost, weight, quality, performance and timing targets. Ensure components are properly packaged for each vehicle application. Comply with Robustness Engineering Disciplines (CPA, Quality History, P-Diagram, FMEA). Apply six sigma and 8D issue resolution processes. Conduct Design Validation at the breadboard and in vehicle. Sign off on Compliance Demonstration Plan and Report. Support the Sourcing Process (investment, piece price and tooling cost reviews). Prepare initial and final sourcing documents. Follow the Technical Design Review process. Ensure Programs deliverables are met on time and with the highest quality, utilizing FEDEBOM, Teamcenter, Global Integrator, Packaging/Digital Buck, DPA Checks, WERS, eFDVS, Subsystem/Supplier work plans, DVP&R, and Engineering Sign-off. Release parts through the product life cycle. Support Change Control meetings. Audit and update Bill of Material with correct part levels and usage, for all builds and post Job 1. Identify validation, durability and functional test required. Define and verify engineering prototype requirements at part level. Parts implementation and sign-off in assembly plant and assistance with quality issues in all milestones. Review and manage program direction letter revisions and proceed accordingly if affected. Support prototype and vehicle launches. Give technical assistance to supplier through the Supplier Engagement Process. Domestic Travel Required up to 20%.
QualificationsYou'll have...
Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation. 3 years of experience with each of the following skills is required: 1. Vehicle integration of electronic control unit (ECU) and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) sensors (RGB cameras, Interior Monitoring cameras, infrared cameras, ultrasonic sensors, or radars). 2. Managing sensor and ECU hardware and software design and release activities through the product life-cycle. 3. Managing Bill of Material (BOM) for ECU and sensors, including Change Control. 4. Utilizing Teamcenter CAD tool to review ADAS sensor packaging in vehicle and to perform CAD sign-off. 5. Utilizing methodologies, 8-D and Three-legged 5-Why, and mobilizing multiple engineering teams for root cause analysis. 6. Supporting automotive supplier Sourcing Process to ensure alignment on ED&T, Tooling, and Piece Price associated with ADAS ECU and sensor hardware or software. 7. Applying Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) and Robustness Engineering disciplines: Change Point Analysis (CPA), Quality History, and P-Diagram. 8. Collaborating with automotive supplier to lead regular Vehicle Program meetings, visit manufacturing locations, and manage issue resolution. 1 year of experience with the following skill is required: 1. Utilizing CAN networking tools to obtain ADAS component diagnostics and to update ECU software.
We are offering a salary of $93,642.00 - $184,350.96/yr.
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've 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 builder…or all the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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 Year's Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, Controls, Electrical, Software Engineering, or related field and 3 years of related experience.
- 3 years vehicle integration of ECU and ADAS sensors (RGB cameras, interior monitoring cameras, infrared cameras, ultrasonic sensors, radars).
- 3 years managing sensor and ECU hardware and software design and release activities through the product life-cycle.
- 3 years managing Bill of Material (BOM) for ECU and sensors, including Change Control.
- 3 years utilizing Teamcenter CAD tool to review ADAS sensor packaging in vehicle and perform CAD sign-off.
- 3 years applying root-cause methodologies (8-D and Three-legged 5-Why) and mobilizing multiple engineering teams for issue resolution.
- 3 years supporting automotive supplier Sourcing Process for ED&T, Tooling, and Piece Price related to ADAS ECU and sensor hardware/software.
- 3 years applying Failure Mode Avoidance and Robustness Engineering disciplines (CPA, Quality History, P-Diagram).
- 3 years collaborating with suppliers to lead regular vehicle program meetings, visit manufacturing locations, and manage issue resolution.
- 1 year utilizing CAN networking tools to obtain ADAS component diagnostics and update ECU software.
- Willingness/ability to travel domestically up to 20%.
- Must live within reasonable commuting distance of Dearborn, Michigan (hybrid role).
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Pay Growth & Progression — The 2023 UAW–Ford agreement delivered immediate raises, restored cost-of-living adjustments, and accelerated progression to top rates for many hourly roles. These changes improved earnings trajectories compared with pre-2023 levels.
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Healthcare Strength — Hourly employees retained very low employee cost-sharing under the 2023–2028 UAW–Ford agreement, and salaried materials describe comprehensive day‑one medical, dental, and prescription coverage. Mental-health support and family‑building benefits add depth to the overall health package.
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Retirement Support — U.S. salaried roles feature a notable 401(k) contribution and match structure, and post‑2023 updates increased retirement contributions for many UAW‑represented employees. Together these elements strengthen long‑term financial security.
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