ADAS Hardware Engineer: Lead E/E Design & Validation

Jobtailor; Dearborn (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced hardware design engineer to drive E/E development for ADAS, leading cross‑functional teams and coordinating with suppliers and vehicle engineering. The role emphasizes rigorous design validation, FMEA, and PPAP processes to deliver robust electronic modules for automotive programs.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years in automotive E/E design, expertise in ADAS technologies, and a track record of leading design reviews and system-level problem solving on

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or strongly related equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in E/E Layout, WCCA, or other electronics industrialization.
• 7+ years of Automotive Component or Subsystem Product Development tools and processes.
• Experience with ADAS sensing technologies (ECU, camera, radar, lidar, ultrasonic).
• Strong systems engineering and PPAP understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead Core design work for ADAS components per the Global Product Development System on various vehicle programs.
• Provide cost-efficient and quality parts on time, maintaining ownership of robustness quality documentation (DFMEA, DVP&R, SCCAF).
• Lead the Sourcing Process, including investment, piece price, and tooling cost reviews, and prepare ESOW, Engineering Specifications, System and Component Requirements.
• Manage and execute software design reviews and releases for prototypes, production, and service.
• Lead and perform Failure Mode Avoidance and Functional Safety analyses to prevent failures.
• Conduct Technical Design Reviews interfacing with Ford applications and supplier engineering.
• Lead in the creation and signoff of E/E information like WCCA, Device Transmittals, Specifications, and Electrical Schematics.
• Support Vehicle Operations to determine appropriate assembly and testing processes.
• Interface with engineers, Vehicle Engineering, suppliers, and management to ensure compliance with specs.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Project management

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Education

BS in Electrical/Mechanical Eng

MSEE preferred

Tools

CANalyzer

DET

DID/DTC tools

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced hardware design engineer to drive E/E development for ADAS, leading cross‑functional teams and coordinating with suppliers and vehicle engineering. The role emphasizes rigorous design validation, FMEA, and PPAP processes to deliver robust electronic modules for automotive programs.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years in automotive E/E design, expertise in ADAS technologies, and a track record of leading design reviews and system-level problem solving on