Powertrain Control's Integration Engineer

Ford-Motor-Company; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Parental leave and family benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ford Motor Company seeks an experienced Controls Integration Engineer to deliver control software and lead vehicle‑level integration, commissioning, and program execution. You will own development through successful milestones and represent the Controls team at program reviews.

You will collaborate with Brakes, Body Controls, and Calibration, perform root‑cause analysis, drive PCA actions, and contribute to integration and launch of vehicle features in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, CS or related).
• 2+ years troubleshooting and debugging physical vehicles.
• 2+ years embedded software understanding.
• 2+ years calibration/diagnostic tool experience (ATI Vision, CANalyzer, PTDIAG, EOL tools).
• 1+ years in Scaled Agile with Jira.

Responsibilities

• Lead Vehicle-Level Integration & Commissioning for prototypes and dynos.
• Develop Vehicle and Breadboard Test Plans for each vehicle application.
• Perform DV/FMA analyses and design verification activities.
• Drive software and program delivery across platforms.
• Own PCA process for xEV and traditional controls issues.
• Prepare for engineering milestone reviews (FDJ, PEC, FEC).

Skills

Embedded software

Vehicle troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Agile methodologies

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

ATI Vision

CANalyzer

PTDIAG

EOL tools

Automotive diagnostic tools

Job description

You will be responsible for delivering control software and integration solutions that directly impact the performance of physical vehicles, taking ownership from development through successful program execution. In this role, you will lead commissioning activities, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and drive milestone reviews, with the autonomy to own decisions and deliver results. You will serve as the Controls department representative at key program and vehicle launch meetings, communicating technical progress and challenges to stakeholders and leadership with varying levels of technical expertise. Working closely with cross-functional teams—including Brakes, Body Controls, and Calibration—you will gain broad systems engineering experience while contributing to the successful integration and launch of vehicle features.

• Lead Vehicle-Level Integration & Commissioning
• Lead the physical commissioning process for prototype vehicles (both High Voltage and Low Voltage systems), breadboards, and dynos.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive Vehicle and Breadboard Test Plans for each vehicle application.
• Perform high-level Function Design Verification, analyze testing results, and develop DVP&R (Design Verification Plan and Report) as needed.
• Drive Software & Program Delivery
• Serve as the Powertrain Software Applications Engineer, ensuring seamless integration of powertrain software across various platforms.
• Drive powertrain controls commonality across diverse vehicle applications.
• MaintainLeadrequirementsignoffto secure official program signoffs.
• Track and report progress on program deliverables,updating status in the Global Integrator.
• Lead preparation and assessments for critical Engineering milestone reviews (FDJ, PEC, FEC).
• Hands-On Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
• Lead deep-dive troubleshooting efforts for vehicle controls issues, bringing in supporting teams as needed to resolve complex issues.
• Own the investigation, root cause analysis, and permanent corrective action (PCA) process for xEV and traditional controls-related concerns.
• Collaborate, Present & Plan
• Represent the PTEC team at program and launch meetings, capturing and communicating key timing and program changes.
• Support timing and vehicle studies for both existing and next-generation vehicle programs.
• Develop and deliver technical presentations for PTEC Controls Integration to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Computer Science, or a related field).
• Vehicle Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting and debugging physical vehicles.
• Software Literacy: 2+ years of experience in roles requiring a strong understanding of embedded software code
• Calibration Tools: 2+ years of experience with calibration and diagnostic toolsets (e.g., ATI Vision, CANalyzer, PTDIAG, EOL tools, or equivalent major automotive tools).
• Quality & Validation: 2+ years of experience with Design Verification (DV) and the Failure Mode Analysis (FMA) processes.
• Agile Methodology: 1+ years of experience working in a Scaled Agile framework utilizing Jira.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with a proven track record of successfully interfacing cross-functionally across multiple engineering disciplines
• Exceptional communication skills and a self-motivated drive to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously.

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

• 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 may be filled at Salary Grade 6, 7, or 8, depending on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

• Salary Grade 6: $85,400 - $143,200
• Salary Grade 7: $99,600 - $156,600
• Salary Grade 8: $115,000 - $162,900

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.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.