Senior HV Systems Architect & Simulation Engineer

Ford; Allen Park (MI); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 251,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care days

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Ford Motor Company seeks a Staff HV System Design and Simulation Engineer to advance HV system architecture in the UE V platform. You will model HV/ LV interoperability, optimize performance, and lead reviews with cross‑functional teams to ensure safety and efficiency.

Applicants should have 10+ years in HV powertrain modeling and 8+ years in HW development for power electronics, with strong MATLAB‑SIMULINK and PSIM skills. This hybrid role offers broad impact across Ford’s EV programs.

Qualifications

• B.S in Electrical or Computer Engineering or equivalent field with strong HV focus.
• 10+ years of HV powertrain system modeling using advanced simulators.
• 8+ years in Power Electronics HW development incl. schematic/layout and bench testing.
• 3+ years performing WCCA analysis using MATHCAD or similar tools.
• Deep knowledge of power converter topologies and HV powertrain components.
• Extensive HV traction inverters and electric motor experience.
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform HV system simulation and co‑simulation for battery, inverters, motors and controls.
• Model HV/LV interoperability and EMC performance using MATLAB‑SIMULINK, PSIM, and PLECS.
• Develop and implement motor control algorithms and HV protection strategies.
• Lead design reviews and propose HV architecture changes to improve performance and safety.
• Collaborate with SW, mechanical packaging, vehicle integration, and EPA range teams.

Skills

HV powertrain modeling

MATLAB-SIMULINK

PSIM

PLECS

LTSpice

ANSYS

MATHCAD

Power Electronics HW development

WCCA analysis

HV system design

HV traction inverters

Electric motor knowledge (IM, PMSM, SR

WBG switching devices

Root cause analysis

EV electrical architecture

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

B.S in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Master’s or PhD in Power Electronics

Tools

MATLAB-SIMULINK

ANSYS

PSIM

PLECS

LTSpice

MATHCAD

Job description

Ford Motor Company seeks a Staff HV System Design and Simulation Engineer to advance HV system architecture in the UE V platform. You will model HV/ LV interoperability, optimize performance, and lead reviews with cross‑functional teams to ensure safety and efficiency.

Applicants should have 10+ years in HV powertrain modeling and 8+ years in HW development for power electronics, with strong MATLAB‑SIMULINK and PSIM skills. This hybrid role offers broad impact across Ford’s EV programs.