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Ford Motor Company

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Job Type: Full time

Work Type: Hybrid

The Ford Racing Electrical Team is seeking an independent, empowered and passionate Electrical Systems Engineer to lead pre-design / design / launch of current and future Ford Racing vehicle programs.

What you'll do...

Responsible for design and development of Ford Racing specific electrical content
Coordinate technical design reviews between component and EDS engineers to ensure system integrity in the design phase
Responsible for surveying Engineers for components that have electrical interfaces and ensure those device transmittals are populated into VSEM to support EDS wiring development
Build DV Requirements for system level electrical functions and perform validation testing to ensure product compliance
Support BOM sign offs for pre-production build events
Represent the electrical team on evaluation drives
Root cause and fix electrical issues on vehicles as they arise
Support offsite vehicle level DV testing
Support breadboard activities by configuring, updating, and root causing electrical modules and systems
Onsight support for vehicle builds at the assembly plant, representing the Electrical team
Lead FSS (Full Service Suppliers) and/or other internal/external resources to deliver subject programs
Lead development of system designs that support vehicle performance targets
Assure conformance to the Ford Racing DNA all applicable Ford & regulatory requirements
Develop innovative solutions for performance vehicles
Support supplier sourcing processes and FMA activities
Handle deliverables to support program & engineering GPDS breakthroughs FEDE BOM / WERS / Bill of Material / AIMS / JIRA / 5/8Ds / FEDE DVP / Engineering Sign Off / QUIP / eCATs / IVS

You'll have...

BS Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
2- 5+ years experience in automotive electrical systems
Understanding of GPDS deliverables and basic Ford engineering tools (FEDE BOM / WERS / Bill of Material / AIMS / JIRA / 5/8Ds / FEDE DVP / Engineering Sign Off / DFMEA / Six Sigma)
Experience launching new vehicles
Ability to handle complex tasks and complicated situations under compressed timing
Outstanding planning, organizational and project management skills with accurate follow-up to accomplish multiple objectives
Ford OS Behaviors with proven ability to drive and deliver results
Effective written and oral presentation skills
Ability to build strong effective relationships with multi-functional teams (Program, Studio, Purchasing, Core Body Engineering, VE, VI, VO)
Passion for performance vehicles is desirable
Experience with CAN tools, Module Software flashing, CAN network troubleshooting, Bus Queries, CAN log and data collection, Vehicle configuration (VSCS)

Even better, if you have...

Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Passion for performance vehicles
Experience with CAN tools, module software flashing, CAN network troubleshooting, bus queries, and CAN log data collection
Experience with vehicle configuration (VSCS)

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! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? 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 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 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.

Internal applicants: moving into this role may result in an adjustment to your current compensation based on the posted pay range for this role, taking into consideration your qualifications and other relevant factors.

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

Visa sponsorship 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.

This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.

Change the world with your ideas.

Speak up. We’re listening. At Ford, we believe the right ideas, and the people behind them, can move an entire industry. Here, you'll work with teams who value your voice, push bold ideas forward, and leave a mark that lasts.

Support designed to go the distance.

From day one, Ford invests in you with medical benefits built to help you plan for what’s next. You’ll also get support for you and your family that meets you at every step, so you can move forward with confidence.

Ford gives me the space to innovate, to lead, and to serve — all while staying true to who I am as an engineer, educator, and parent. It’s not just a career; it’s a community that drives change.

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