Powertrain Engine Controls Software Engineer (Embedded C)

Ford-Motor-Company; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Engine Controls team. You will design and implement embedded engine controls and diagnostics for production powertrain software, collaborating with calibration, systems engineering, and vehicle integration to deliver robust solutions for current and next‑generation boosted engines.

The role requires a BS in engineering or related field, 3 years in powertrain control, C programming, embedded testing, and MATLAB Simulink.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, computer, aerospace engineering, or related field.
• 3 years of experience with design powertrain control algorithms and software functions.
• 3 years of experience with C programming in automotive embedded controls.
• 3 years of experience with testing and debugging of automotive embedded controls.
• 3 years of experience with C software development in automotive powertrain systems.
• 3 years of experience with software version control (ClearCase and GitHub).
• 3 years of experience with MATLAB Simulink software development and simulation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded engine controls and diagnostic monitors within the powertrain control module software.
• Capture requirements and document changes using Ford’s model-based design process; create validation plans with simulations and HIL.
• Manage configuration for multiple engine programs and powerpacks; maintain compatibility across Gas, Diesel, HEV, BEV.
• Develop and validate control algorithms using C to meet functional, emissions, performance, and ISO 26262 safety goals.
• Apply software validation methods including unit testing (Unity/Ceedling), SIL, MIL, and HIL.
• Troubleshoot fuel-path functional and diagnostic issues using data analysis, vehicle testing, and simulation.
• Maintain software description documents, calibration guides, release notes, and traceability.

Skills

Embedded C

Powertrain control

Software testing

Model-based design

MATLAB Simulink

Education

B.S. in engineering or related field

M.S. degree (preferred)

Tools

ClearCase

GitHub

Unity

Ceedling

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Engine Controls team. You will design and implement embedded engine controls and diagnostics for production powertrain software, collaborating with calibration, systems engineering, and vehicle integration to deliver robust solutions for current and next‑generation boosted engines.

The role requires a BS in engineering or related field, 3 years in powertrain control, C programming, embedded testing, and MATLAB Simulink.