Electromechanical Engineer

Ford; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Parental leave

Back-up child care

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Employee resource groups

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Ford Research & Advanced Engineering is seeking a hands-on engineer to lead a government/defense program and contribute to next-generation UI, digital accessory integration, and vehicle comfort features. The role requires quick context absorption and coordination across multiple efforts in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, apply Design Thinking and UX methods, and advance electrification and smart mobility initiatives while delivering reliable, safe,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in product, systems and/or feature development.
• 1+ years of knowledge in 3D printing, 3D CAD design and familiarity with Fusion360/CATIA/SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead supporting a strategic government/defense program.
• Contribute to next-generation user interface experiences and digital accessory integration.
• Work across multiple advanced feature initiatives with fast onboarding and strong problem-solving.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

3D CAD experience

Software development / DIY tools

Communication skills

Hands-on hardware skills

Arduino / Raspberry Pi

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Eng.

Tools

Fusion360

CATIA

SolidWorks

Arduino

Raspberry Pi

Job description

In this position...
Join the Ford Research & Advanced Engineering team. Utilizing Design Thinking and 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 advancements such as autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more.

What you'll do

This is a high-priority, business-critical opening. The engineer in this role serves as the technical lead supporting a strategic government/defense program. In addition to this flagship program, this position supports several other advanced feature initiatives spanning next-generation user interface experiences, digital accessory integration, and specialty vehicle comfort and utility features. Given the breadth of dependencies, we are looking for someone who can step in quickly, absorb context fast, and keep multiple concurrent efforts moving without interruption.

You'll have

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or other related fields
• 3+ years of experience in product, systems and/or feature development
• 3+ years of strong knowledge of automotive electrical systems and how electrical components interface with complex vehicle systems
• 3+ years of mechanical inclination and ability to work with basic hand tools
• Software development and DIY/Maker tools and platforms (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, etc.)
• 1+ years 3D CAD design experience and/or experience in Fusion360, CATIA, SolidWorks or other similar programs
• 1+ years of knowledge in 3D printing best practices, optimizations and material properties
• Problem solving capability and the disposition to deal with having many unknowns at the start of a project
• Demonstrated ability to quickly ramp up on complex, time-sensitive programs with minimal onboarding runway
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Even better, you may have

• 5+ years in Systems Engineering background or broad engineering skillset/interest

Deep knowledge and interest in new technology products and cutting-edge features in automotive, consumer and commercial spaces

• Ability to work independently, be proactive, be self-motivated and eager to take responsibility to deliver results
• Ability to manage multiple, concurrent tasks and shifting priorities under tight timelines
• Automotive electronic control modules design and development experience

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:

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• 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
• Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900., This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

Visa sponsorship is not 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.

This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.