Product Development Engineer-eDrive Systems

Ford-Motor-Company; Livonia (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental vision

Parental leave

Vehicle discount

Tuition assistance

Employee resource groups

Paid time off

Holidays and vacation

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Michigan is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to lead the integration and development of inverter and generator systems for next‑generation Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV) applications. You will coordinate with Tier 1 suppliers and cross‑functional teams to deliver robust electrified propulsion solutions from concept through production launch.

The role emphasizes management of system requirements, interfaces, DVP&R, and DFMEA, with strong emphasis on HV power

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in inverter systems, eDrive systems, power electronics and/or electrified propulsion systems.
• Experience leading system engineering activities from concept through production launch.
• Experience working directly with Tier 1 suppliers to develop, review, and release technical solutions.
• Strong understanding of high-voltage electrical systems including HV connectors, busbars, cabling, grounding, and shielding.

Responsibilities

• Lead system integration of generator system (Inverter sub-system, Power Electronics) within current and future EREV vehicle architectures.
• Lead cross-functional technical reviews and drive resolution of engineering issues impacting cost, quality, timing, performance, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with Tier 1 suppliers to develop, review, and mature inverter and generator designs to meet program objectives.
• Define, manage, and maintain inverter-to-generator interfaces, including electrical, thermal, mechanical, controls, communication, and packaging requirements.
• Develop and execute system-level Design Verification Plans (DVP&R) and ensure requirements traceability throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Work closely with Controls, EMC, Cooling, Packaging, NVH, Manufacturing, Service, and Vehicle Engineering teams to ensure successful system integration.
• Evaluate and manage high-voltage interfaces including HV connectors, busbars, cabling, grounding, shielding, and serviceability requirements.
• Lead system DFMEA activities and ensure linkage to component DFMEAs, validation plans, and corrective actions.
• Drive root cause analysis and resolution of issues using data-driven engineering methods.
• Support prototype builds, vehicle integration activities, launch readiness reviews, and production implementation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the electrified propulsion and generator systems engineering team.

Skills

Inverter systems

Power electronics

HV integration

Supplier management

System engineering

DFMEA

DVP&R

Cross-functional

Root cause analysis

CAD/PLM

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

PLM systems

Job description

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

In this position Ford's Generator Systems Engineering team is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to lead the integration and development of Inverter and Generator systems for next-generation Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV) applications.

This role will serve as the technical lead responsible for defining, managing, and delivering system-level requirements and interfaces between the inverter, generator, vehicle controls, and vehicle architecture teams. The successful candidate will work closely with Tier 1 suppliers and cross-functional engineering organizations to develop robust, high-quality electrified propulsion solutions from concept through production launch.

The ideal candidate is an experienced electrified propulsion systems engineer with strong technical expertise in Inverter systems, Power electronics, high-voltage integration, and supplier management.

The PD Engineer is responsible for managing product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis. This role also includes facilitating supplier data integration and developing CAD studies to support and drive design improvements. The PD Engineer is expected to understand and effectively utilize product check-in/check-out processes, version control, data release, and change management within Ford’s PLM ecosystem. The PD Engineer will perform feasibility analyses using CAD tools, including draft angle analysis, undercut detection, minimum bend radius validation for sheet metal, and clearance checks to support manufacturing and machining requirements.

What you'll do

• Lead system integration of generator system (specifically Inverter sub-system, Power Electronics) within current and future EREV vehicle architectures.
• Lead cross-functional technical reviews and drive resolution of engineering issues impacting cost, quality, timing, performance, and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with Tier 1 suppliers to develop, review, and mature inverter and generator designs to meet program objectives.
• Define, manage, and maintain inverter-to-generator interfaces, including electrical, thermal, mechanical, controls, communication, and packaging requirements.
• Develop and execute system-level Design Verification Plans (DVP&R) and ensure requirements traceability throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Work closely with Controls, EMC, Cooling, Packaging, NVH, Manufacturing, Service, and Vehicle Engineering teams to ensure successful system integration.
• Evaluate and manage high-voltage interfaces including HV connectors, busbars, cabling, grounding, shielding, and serviceability requirements.
• Lead system DFMEA activities and ensure linkage to component DFMEAs, validation plans, and corrective actions.
• Drive root cause analysis and resolution of issues using data-driven engineering methods.
• Support prototype builds, vehicle integration activities, launch readiness reviews, and production implementation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the electrified propulsion and generator systems engineering team.

You’ll have...

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.

5+ years of engineering experience in inverter systems, eDrive systems, power electronics and/or electrified propulsion systems.

Even better, you may have...

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.

Strong understanding of inverter architecture, operating principles, controls, communication, and power electronics integration.

Proven experience leading system engineering activities from concept through production launch.

Experience developing and executing DVP&R plans and supporting verification and validation activities.

Experience working directly with Tier 1 suppliers to develop, review, and release technical solutions.

Strong understanding of high-voltage electrical systems including HV connectors, busbars, cabling, grounding, and shielding.

Experience performing root cause analysis and resolving technical issues across multiple engineering disciplines.

Experience working in cross-functional teams including Controls, EDS, EMC, Cooling, Packaging, NVH, Manufacturing, and Vehicle Engineering.

Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex technical topics to diverse stakeholders.

Ability to manage multiple technical issues, priorities, and program deliverables in a fast-paced development environment.

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, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

• 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 is a salary grade 5 and ranges from $65,100-$109,300.

This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $74,300-$124,500.

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.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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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.

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