Lead Steering Mechatronics Engineer – Systems & Safety

Jobtailor; Dearborn (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford is seeking an experienced Senior Steering Mechatronics Engineer to develop and validate Electric Power Steering systems, guiding cross-disciplinary teams through design reviews, safety analyses, and supplier collaboration.

The role emphasizes DFMEA, functional safety per ISO-26262, and advanced testing like HIL, with opportunities to leverage AI to enhance development. On-site collaboration is expected.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering in mechanical/electrical/computer or related field.
• Extensive experience in safety-critical automotive design (10+ years).
• Strong steering mechatronics, EE and system experience (8+ years).
• Deep understanding of steering technology and system design.
• Experience with supplier management of complex mechatronics embedded systems.
• Technical depth in system design, mechatronics, electronics, controls and software.
• Advanced problem-solving and leadership with results focus.
• Strong communication to lead projects and reviews.
• Experience applying ISO-26262 and systems engineering methods.
• Proficiency with CAN networks, ECU data logging (Canape/CANalyzer).

Responsibilities

• Develop robust system and mechatronics requirements and designs for Electric Power Steering.
• Co-lead design, development, validation from development to production release.
• Lead root cause investigations and technical support for steering mechatronics issues.
• Lead DFMEA and functional safety analyses across disciplines.
• Lead design reviews for supplier designs against Ford requirements.
• Define core deliverables for steering mechatronics and manufacturing requirements.
• Ensure proper execution of ISO-26262 deliverables.
• Advance prevention by developing new validation methods.
• Develop HIL test methods and test cases.
• Leverage AI to accelerate mechatronics workstreams.
• Support MBSE modeling and interface validation across systems.
• Guide training and mentoring within the department.

Skills

Safety-critical automotive

Steering mechatronics

System design

DFMEA

Functional Safety ISO-26262

Supplier management

Embedded systems

Controls and software

Root cause analysis

Leadership

CAN networks/Canape

Education

BS Engineering- Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering or strongly related

Tools

Canape/CANalyzer

Job description

Ford is seeking an experienced Senior Steering Mechatronics Engineer to develop and validate Electric Power Steering systems, guiding cross-disciplinary teams through design reviews, safety analyses, and supplier collaboration.

The role emphasizes DFMEA, functional safety per ISO-26262, and advanced testing like HIL, with opportunities to leverage AI to enhance development. On-site collaboration is expected.