Ford Model E is responsible for developing the key technologies and capabilities – such as EV platforms, batteries, e-motors, inverters, charging and recycling – to create ground-up, breakthrough electric vehicles. By joining the best software, engineering, design and UX talent, you will be a part of creating new technologies and concepts that can be applied across the Ford enterprise. Being on the Ford Model E team means building the future as Ford’s center of innovation and growth through electric and connected vehicles and services. In this position... As an Electrical Integration and Development Engineer, you will be the technical leader responsible for the electrical integration, troubleshooting, and development of our prototype test assets and vehicles. You'll be the go-to person for resolving complex electrical issues, bridging the gap between design and manufacturing, and ensuring our vehicles meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. You will Conceptualize, Design, Engineer, Develop, and support the launch of next-generation vehicle platform architectures for electric vehicles. What you'll do... + Drive the electrical bring-up of prototype vehicles, ensuring seamless integration of all electrical systems and components + Spearhead vehicle-level issue diagnosis and triage, utilizing first principles of electrical systems to identify and resolve issues effectively + Collaborate with hardware, software, and integration engineers to design and release mitigation strategies and clear vehicle issue roadblocks + Lead electrical integration activities with manufacturing regarding all electrical architecture and systems integration workstreams, providing clear guidance and support to ensure a smooth production process + Create comprehensive release artifacts, diagrams, and documentation for platform electrical architectures for consumption by all cross-functional teams + Serve as single point of contact for electrical issues in vehicle, providing rapid response and expertise to resolve critical concerns impacting vehicle development + Coordinate with systems test teams to perform vehicle level testing and debugging, collecting and analyzing data and organizing cross-functional reviews + Lead ongoing product development while also applying lessons learned to inform and optimize the design of electrical systems for future vehicle programs You'll have... + B.S in Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent + 8+ years of experience working on complex electrical systems or electronics designs + Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them to automotive concepts + Proven experience in vehicle launch activities from prototype phase through mass production + Proven debugging and diagnostic skills in electrical, mechanical, and software domains + Highly skilled in low voltage systems development, electric vehicle system architecture, functional safety, and component level integration planning + Experience with microprocessor-based system design and development + Familiarity with common communication interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, and Ethernet + Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills + Strong written and verbal communication skills + An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team + A systems approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for exceptional delivery execution and continuous improvement Even better, you may have... + Master’s Degree Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or related fields + Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, power supplies, etc.) + Experience with requirements capture in requirements management software platforms (JAMA, etc.) + Experience with hardware development from concept through production launch in automotive or similar + Experience with Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA) + Experience with electrical / electro-mechanical devices involving networked microcontrollers and embedded software 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 is a leadership level 6. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP4 Visa sponsorship is 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 status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LI-Hybrid #LI-KF **Requisition ID** : 45315