Product Development Engineer-eDrive Systems

Ford Motor; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Motor is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer in Livonia, MI, to lead integration and development of inverter and generator systems for next-generation electrified propulsion programs. The role requires coordinating with Tier 1 suppliers and internal teams to deliver robust, production-ready solutions from concept to launch.

The PD Engineer will also manage CAD and BOM structures, data integration, and CAD studies, while leveraging Ford’s PLM processes to ensure versioning,

Qualifications

• Experienced electrified propulsion systems engineer.
• Strong expertise in inverter systems.
• Strong expertise in power electronics.
• Strong expertise in high-voltage integration and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Define, manage, and deliver system-level requirements and interfaces between inverter, generator, vehicle controls, and vehicle architecture teams.
• Collaborate with Tier 1 suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams to develop propulsion solutions from concept through production.
• Manage product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis.
• Facilitate supplier data integration and develop CAD studies to support design improvements.
• Utilize CAD check-in/check-out processes, version control, data release and change management within Ford’s PLM ecosystem.

Skills

Inverter systems

Power electronics

High-voltage integration

Supplier management

Electrified propulsion

Tools

CAD tools

PLM system

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.