Mechatronic Design and Release Engineer – Consumer Charging

In this position...The engineer is accountable for all product deliverables necessary to provide a high-quality solution to their assigned vehicle program, from initial design through production launch. A key aspect of this role involves designing, developing, and implementing comprehensive mechatronic and power electronics test setups and creating detailed test cases to thoroughly validate system performance, power delivery, thermal behavior, reliability, and compliance with all specifications.

This includes both bench-level and vehicle-level validation, often requiring the development of custom tools and methodologies to ensure optimal system robustness and electrical safety.

You'll have...BSEE (MSEE) or MS in Mechatronics Engineering preferred. Other disciplines may be considered if the candidate has comparable job experience.
5+ years of experience in automotive Design and Release (DR) or electronic hardware development.

Expertise in simulation and analysis tools: MATLAB, LTSpice, Mathcad, and power electronics simulation tools (e.g., PLECS, Saber, or Simscape Electrical).Advanced proficiency with Vector tools (CANalyzer, CANoe) and diagnostic hardware (Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, Power Analyzers, Thermal Imaging Cameras).Strong background in mechatronic and power electronic systems, including connectors, relays, contractors, and thermal management hardware.

Experience in developing custom test scripts or hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing setups.

Strong analytical skills (including 8D, 6-Panel, FMEA) and experience with electronic circuit design and board layout.

Familiarity with consumer charging standards and protocols, including USB-IF / USB-C Power Delivery (PD), Qi (WPC) wireless charging, and LIN.Knowledge of global electrical standards, including regional differences in phase, voltage, and frequency.

Understanding of electrical safety standards and high voltage safety interlocks (UL, IEC).Excellent communication and leadership skills for cross-functional cooperation across the DR community.

Even better, you may have...Master's degree in electrical engineering.
10+ years of experience in electronic circuit design or power electronics within the automotive industry.

Familiarity with the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).Proficiency with Ford product development system applications (e.g., WERS, FEDEBOM, Team Center, Integrator, 3DX, etc.).Proficiency with model-based systems engineering tools (e.g., Magic Draw / SysML).Solid understanding of EMC specifications and mitigation  knowledge of the automotive product development lifecycle (e.g., Ford GPDS) from concept to mass production.

Experience with PCB design and manufacturing processes.

Experience with functional safety (ISO 26262) for power delivery systems.

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 change maker, 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 childcare and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members…