Embedded Real-Time Suspension Controls Engineer

Ford Performance; Allen Park (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,100 - 166,200; Full time

Job summary

Ford Racing is seeking an experienced Semi Active Suspension Controls Software Development Engineer to join our Michigan team. The role focuses on delivering embedded software for semi-active suspension and chassis control across Ford Racing programs.

You will interface with powertrain and chassis engineers, expand Simulink models, and develop robust real-time firmware. Hybrid work options apply, with a strong emphasis on verification and safety standards such as ISO26262.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 3+ years of embedded design or controls experience.
• Proficiency in Embedded C/C++.
• Proficiency with MATLAB and Simulink modelling.
• Knowledge of semi-active damper technology and embedded systems.
• Experience with Ford Networked Vehicle (FNV) architecture and Vector tools.

Responsibilities

• Design chassis controls on the vehicle dynamics module for Ford Racing’s semi-active suspensions.
• Develop software for semi-active suspension controls including low/high level components.
• Extend Simulink models to support new hardware and tests.
• Create testing methodologies and validate firmware performance across conditions.
• Collaborate with powertrain, chassis, and architecture teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

MATLAB

Simulink

Firmware interfaces

Embedded systems

Software design

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering

Tools

JIRA/Confluence

DET (Vector)

Canalyzer

Canape

Embedded Coder

FNV architecture

Job description

Ford Racing is seeking an experienced Semi Active Suspension Controls Software Development Engineer to join our Michigan team. The role focuses on delivering embedded software for semi-active suspension and chassis control across Ford Racing programs.

You will interface with powertrain and chassis engineers, expand Simulink models, and develop robust real-time firmware. Hybrid work options apply, with a strong emphasis on verification and safety standards such as ISO26262.