Product Development Engineer, Power Supply System Calibration

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Family care days

Parental leave

Ramp-up program

Back-up childcare

Adoption benefits

Surrogacy reimbursement

Fertility treatments

Vehicle discount

Tuition assistance

Employee groups

Volunteer time off

Paid holidays

Additional vacation option

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI, is seeking a Product Development Engineer specializing in Power Supply System Calibration to develop electrical charging system calibration for gas engines, EVs and hybrids, within the powertrain control module. You will calibrate alternator control torque, engine idle stability, and voltage set points, releasing calibrations into Ford's system software.

This role requires hands-on experience with CAN/CAN-FD AUTOSAR, MATLAB/Simulink, and tools like ATI Vision,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in product development, preferably calibration.
• Experience calibrating electrical control systems in automotive industry using ATI Vision and INCA.
• Experience collecting CAN/LIN data with Vector CANalyzer and Intrepid tools.
• Knowledge of CAN/CAN-FD AUTOSAR and cybersecurity.
• Familiar with CANalyzer and CANoe testing, CAPL scripts.
• Familiar with MATLAB modeling, code generation, debugging and model testing.
• Experience may be concurrent.

Responsibilities

• Development of calibration for alternator control torque manager, engine idle stability for electrical transients, alternator voltage set point controls, and alternator diagnostics.
• Release calibration into Ford system software.
• Support powertrain development trips for engine calibration.

Skills

Electrical calibration

CAN/CAN-FD AUTOSAR

Vector CANalyzer

Intrepid tools

CAPL scripting

Matlab/Simulink

Automotive calibration experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Master’s Degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering (preferred)

Tools

ATI Vision

INCA

CANalyzer

CANoe

CAPL scripting (tool)

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

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!

Product Development Engineer – Power Supply System Calibration position offered by Ford Motor Company (Dearborn, MI). Develop electrical charging system calibration in the powertrain control module for gas engines, EVs and Hybrids (Low voltage side) including developing calibration for alternator control torque manager, engine idle stability for electrical transients, alternator voltage set point controls, and alternator diagnostics. Release the calibration into Ford system software. Support powertrain development trips for engine calibration by modifying alternator calibration to assist in meeting engine performance requirements.

• Development of calibration for alternator control torque manager, engine idle stability for electrical transients, alternator voltage set point controls, and alternator diagnostics
• Release the calibration into Ford system software
• Support powertrain development trips for engine calibration

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related Engineering field
• 3+ years of experience in Product Development preferably in Calibration
• Experience performing electrical control system calibration in the automotive industry using ATI vision and INCA
• Experience gathering vehicle CAN and LIN network data using Vector CANalyzer and Intrepid tools
• Knowledge of CAN/CAN-FD AUTOSAR and Cyber securities
• Familiar with CANalyzer and CANoe tool for testing, and CAPL script for field debugging
• Familiar with Matlab modeling, code generation, debugging and model testing
• Experience may be, but need not be, acquired concurrently

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related Engineering field
• Proficiency with modeling tools (ex. Matlab, Simulink)

No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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 range salary grades 6-8 and ranges from $74,300-$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.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Domestic relocation 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.

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.