We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network Communication (Multiplex) Application Engineer to support our forward model vehicle program teams. In this critical role, you will be at the forefront of vehicle network development, ensuring robust and seamless communication across automotive electrical systems. You will take ownership of the Program CAN Message List, drive MUX design verification (DV) testing at both the ECU and vehicle levels, and provide essential launch support.
By performing rigorous network-level triage, root cause analysis, and testing, you will help deliver flawless vehicle launches and shape the evolution of our next-generation vehicle architectures. Additionally, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining the artifact build and release pipeline, utilizing your programming skills to streamline network configurations and drive our platforms forward.
ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do…
- Message List Management: Develop and maintain the Program CAN Message List to ensure accurate and up-to-date network communication definitions for forward model vehicle programs.
- Design Verification (DV) Testing: Ensure comprehensive MUX DV testing is successfully completed at both the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and full Vehicle levels.
- Launch Support: Provide dedicated, hands-on launch support for MUX-related issues, ensuring seamless integration and operation during critical vehicle program rollouts.
- Triage & Troubleshooting: Perform advanced network-level triage, root cause analysis, and testing to diagnose and resolve complex communication anomalies.
- Pipeline Development: Develop, manage, and maintain the artifact build and release pipeline to streamline the delivery of network configurations and software.
You'll have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2+ years of professional electrical experience.
- Functional knowledge of automotive electrical systems and architectures.
- Familiarity with in-vehicle network protocols, specifically CAN, LIN, and Ethernet.
- Experience with Python programming for scripting, tool creation, or automation.
Even better, you may have:
- A strong execution mindset with a proven track record of driving complex tasks to completion.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional program teams.
- Hands-on experience in test case creation and execution for automotive networks.
- Practical experience with Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and artifact management.
ou 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 is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $99,600-$156,600.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- 2+ years of professional electrical experience
- Functional knowledge of automotive electrical systems and architectures
- Familiarity with in-vehicle network protocols: CAN, LIN, Ethernet
- Experience with Python for scripting, tool creation, or automation
- Ability to perform network-level triage, root cause analysis, and testing
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship)
- Hands-on experience in test case creation and execution for automotive networks
- Practical experience with CI/CD pipelines and artifact management
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
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