Controls Integration Engineer

Are you ready to see your code come to life on the road?

If you are an engineer who thrives at the intersection of software development, hands-on vehicle testing, and high-impact leadership, this is the role you've been looking for.

The Powertrain and Electrified Controls (PTEC) team is seeking a high-energy, self-motivated Controls Integration Engineer. In this role, you won't just be writing code behind a desk-you will be the bridge between software and physical vehicle performance. You will lead the integration of cutting-edge controls for both next-generation electrified vehicles (xEV) and traditional powertrain applications.

This is a highly visible role offering immense autonomy, rapid career development, and the unique satisfaction of seeing the direct, tangible output of your work on physical prototype vehicles, dynos, and breadboards.

Why You'll Love This Role:

* Direct Impact:
You are responsible for program delivery. You will watch your software and integration efforts drive physical vehicles.

* Autonomy & Leadership:
You will lead commissioning, troubleshooting, and milestone reviews, giving you the freedom to own your outcomes.

* High Visibility:
You will represent the Controls department at major program and launch meetings, presenting directly to stakeholders and leadership at varying technical levels.

* Cross-Functional Exposure:
You will collaborate daily with diverse teams, including brakes, body controls, and calibration, rapidly expanding your systems-engineering expertise.

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. Are you a hands-on engineer who loves seeing your code come to life on physical vehicles?

In this highly visible role, you won't just sit behind a desk; you will lead vehicle-level integration for both next-generation electrified vehicles (xEV) and traditional powertrains. You will own commissioning, physical troubleshooting, and key program milestones on prototype vehicles, dynos, and breadboards.

Powertrain and Electrified Controls team is looking for qualified candidates to perform Controls Integration duties on xEV and traditional powertrain applications. The Controls Integration Engineer will work in a team environment and lead Integration work to the program applications.

What You'll Do:

Lead Vehicle-Level Integration & Commissioning

* Lead the physical commissioning process for prototype vehicles (both High Voltage and Low Voltage systems), breadboards, and dynos.

* Develop and maintain comprehensive Vehicle and Breadboard Test Plans for each vehicle application.

* Perform high-level Function Design Verification, analyze testing results, and develop DVP&R (Design Verification Plan and Report) as needed.

Drive Software & Program Delivery

* Serve as the Powertrain Software Applications Engineer, ensuring seamless integration of powertrain software across various platforms.

* Drive powertrain controls commonality across diverse vehicle applications.

* Lead requirement signoff to secure official program signoffs.

* Track and report progress on program deliverables, updating status in the Global Integrator.

* Lead preparation and assessments for critical Engineering milestone reviews (FDJ, PEC, FEC).

Hands-On Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis

* Lead deep-dive troubleshooting efforts for vehicle controls issues, bringing in supporting teams as needed to resolve complex issues.

* Own the investigation, root cause analysis, and permanent corrective action (PCA) process for xEV and traditional controls-related concerns.

Collaborate, Present & Plan

* Represent the PTEC team at program and launch meetings, capturing and communicating key timing and program changes.

* Support timing and vehicle studies for both existing and next-generation vehicle programs.

* Develop and deliver technical presentations for PTEC Controls Integration to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

What You'll Do:

Lead Vehicle-Level Integration & Commissioning

* Lead the physical commissioning process for prototype vehicles (both High Voltage and Low Voltage systems), breadboards, and dynos.

* Develop and maintain comprehensive Vehicle and Breadboard Test Plans for each vehicle application.

* Perform high-level Function Design Verification, analyze testing results, and develop DVP&R (Design Verification Plan and Report) as needed.

Drive Software & Program Delivery

* Serve as the Powertrain Software Applications Engineer, ensuring seamless integration of powertrain software across various platforms.

* Drive powertrain controls commonality across diverse vehicle applications.

* Lead requirement signoff to secure official program signoffs.

* Track and report progress on program deliverables, updating status in the Global Integrator.

* Lead preparation and assessments for critical Engineering milestone…