Low Voltage Power Supply HW Module Engineer at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

DCDC Converters, Power Electronics, Project Management, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Automotive Product Development, DFMEA, Validation Testing, APQP, PPAP, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Risk Mitigation, Supplier Management, Technical Design Reviews, Energy Storage Modules, Functional Safety

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Program Leadership: Own end-to-end execution of DCDC hardware module programs, from design and validation through production release and launch. Technical Oversight: Work closely with suppliers and Ford Systems team to ensure robust design and integration of DCDC power electronics, Ultra Capacitors, and Li-Ion energy storage modules. Lead technical design reviews and have in depth knowledge of power electronics HW modules designs. Cross-Functional Coordination: Drive alignment between hardware design, software, system integration, validation, purchasing, and manufacturing teams to ensure delivery of targets at program timing milestones. Project Planning & Execution: Develop detailed project schedules, manage critical paths, and lead risk mitigation to ensure quality and timing targets are met per Ford Global Product Development System. Supplier & Stakeholder Management: Lead team of 4 sourcing of 1st tier supplier. Interface with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure program deliverables (specifications, prototypes, testing, and documentation) are achieved by plan. Issue Resolution: Proactively identify, track, and resolve engineering and program risks through structured problem-solving. Launch Support: Ensure readiness for production launch, including validation sign-offs, DFMEA/PFMEA completion, and quality documentation. Reporting: Provide regular program status updates to leadership, including design maturity, testing progress, open issues, and risk assessments. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or Mechatronics or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Experience in power electronics systems and components, DCDC converters, ultracapacitors, or Li-Ion battery interface modules. Strong technical understanding of DCDC converter topologies, energy modules, and automotive power electronics development processes. 2+ years of experience in engineering program or project management for hardware or power electronics modules (DCDC converters, ECUs, or similar). Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams through complex hardware development cycles. Experience with automotive product development lifecycle (from concept through SOP). Familiarity with DFMEA, validation testing, APQP, and PPAP processes. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or Mechatronics. Knowledge of functional safety (ISO 26262) or electrical safety standards. Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Jira, or equivalent). Ability to manage multiple programs and deliver within tight deadlines. PMP certification or formal project management training is a plus.

Responsibilities

The engineer will own the end-to-end execution of DCDC hardware module programs, ensuring robust design and integration of power electronics. They will drive alignment across various teams to meet program timing milestones and manage supplier relationships.