You will be responsible for delivering control software and integration solutions that directly impact the performance of physical vehicles, taking ownership from development through successful program execution. In this role, you will lead commissioning activities, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and drive milestone reviews, with the autonomy to own decisions and deliver results. You will serve as the Controls department representative at key program and vehicle launch meetings, communicating technical progress and challenges to stakeholders and leadership with varying levels of technical expertise. Working closely with cross-functional teams—including Brakes, Body Controls, and Calibration—you will gain broad systems engineering experience while contributing to the successful integration and launch of vehicle features.
Responsibilities- Lead Vehicle-Level Integration & Commissioning
- Lead the physical commissioning process for prototype vehicles (both High Voltage and Low Voltage systems), breadboards, and dynos.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive Vehicle and Breadboard Test Plans for each vehicle application.
- Perform high-level Function Design Verification, analyze testing results, and develop DVP&R (Design Verification Plan and Report) as needed.
- Drive Software & Program Delivery
- Serve as the Powertrain Software Applications Engineer, ensuring seamless integration of powertrain software across various platforms.
- Drive powertrain controls commonality across diverse vehicle applications.
- Maintain Lead requirement signoff to secure official program signoffs.
- Track and report progress on program deliverables, updating status in the Global Integrator.
- Lead preparation and assessments for critical Engineering milestone reviews (FDJ, PEC, FEC).
- Hands-On Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
- Lead deep-dive troubleshooting efforts for vehicle controls issues, bringing in supporting teams as needed to resolve complex issues.
- Own the investigation, root cause analysis, and permanent corrective action (PCA) process for xEV and traditional controls-related concerns.
- Collaborate, Present & Plan
- Represent the PTEC team at program and launch meetings, capturing and communicating key timing and program changes.
- Support timing and vehicle studies for both existing and next-generation vehicle programs.
- Develop and deliver technical presentations for PTEC Controls Integration to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Computer Science, or a related field).
- Vehicle Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting and debugging physical vehicles.
- Software Literacy: 2+ years of experience in roles requiring a strong understanding of embedded software code
- Calibration Tools: 2+ years of experience with calibration and diagnostic toolsets (e.g., ATI Vision, CANalyzer, PTDIAG, EOL tools, or equivalent major automotive tools).
- Quality & Validation: 2+ years of experience with Design Verification (DV) and the Failure Mode Analysis (FMA) processes.
- Agile Methodology: 1+ years of experience working in a Scaled Agile framework utilizing Jira.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with a proven track record of successfully interfacing cross-functionally across multiple engineering disciplines
- Exceptional communication skills and a self-motivated drive to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
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 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 Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position may be filled at Salary Grade 6, 7, or 8, depending on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.
- Salary Grade 6: $85,400 - $143,200
- Salary Grade 7: $99,600 - $156,600
- Salary Grade 8: $115,000 - $162,900
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Computer Science, or related)
- 2+ years hands-on experience troubleshooting and debugging physical vehicles
- 2+ years experience requiring strong understanding of embedded software code
- 2+ years experience with calibration and diagnostic toolsets (e.g., ATI Vision, CANalyzer, PTDIAG, EOL tools)
- 2+ years experience with Design Verification (DV) and Failure Mode Analysis (FMA) processes
- 1+ years experience working in a Scaled Agile framework utilizing Jira
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and proven cross-functional collaboration
- Exceptional communication skills and ability to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously
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Healthcare Strength — Eligible employees can access medical, dental, and prescription coverage starting on the first day, with some zero-cost plan options and free mental health support. Benefits materials highlight comprehensive healthcare as a core pillar.
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Retirement Support — Employees can enroll in a 401(k)-style plan from day one, and some salaried plans include a company match of $0.90 per dollar on the first 5% contributed. Official summaries also describe financial-planning support.
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Parental & Family Support — The package includes paid parental leave, fertility, surrogacy, and adoption benefits, plus a ramp-up program for new parents returning to work. Flexible family-care days and other time-off options support caregiving needs.
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