Staff High Voltage System Design and Simulation Engineer

Job ID

61852

Location

Allen Park, Michigan

Category

PD Operations and Quality

Overview

At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation - grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.

Job Type: Full time

Work Type: Hybrid

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.

Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. You’ll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, staying focused on only what matters, and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.

In this position...

The Staff. HV System Design and Simulation Engineer will contribute to the advanced development of the High Voltage (HV) system architecture in Ford’s Universal EV (UEV) platform. In this role, you will be using advanced system simulation and analytical tools to model and characterize HV system performance. The developed model will also be used to check for HV and LV system interoperability by characterizing HV voltage ripple, HV isolation, HV interference on LV system, system EMC performance, etc.

As a Staff. HV System Design and Simulation Engineer, you will be working with cross functional teams including SW, mechanical packaging, vehicle integration, and EPA range to characterize system behaviors and optimize system performance. You will also use simulation tools to model and design advanced HV system protection strategies to maximize system safety.

What you'll do...

HV System Modeling

HV and LV system interoperability characterization through system modeling using system simulation tools such as MATLAB-SIMULINK, PLECS, and PSIM

Perform HV powertrain system simulation and/or co-simulation incorporating HV battery, drive unit, and other relevant components to characterize and optimize system efficiency

Use simulation tools to model and predict HV system behavior, perform feasibility studies and provide guidance to cross functional teams

Utilize HV system fault modeling techniques to diagnose and root cause HV system issues

Develop HV system control algorithms using MATLAB-SIMULINK

System simulation to characterize EMC performance of HV modules in electrical system architectures

Perform HV system Worst Case Circuit Analysis (WCCA) using proper tools such as MATHCAD

HV System Design

Define, document, and maintain HV system architecture and interface diagrams

Review HV system architecture including wiring diagrams and propose design changes to improve system performance

Support HV system development and component selection to optimize system performance and safety

Collaborate with cross functional teams including SW, mechanical packaging, vehicle integration, and EPA range to characterize system behaviors and optimize performance

Perform high voltage distribution system design and optimization

Develop required HV system protection strategies such as response to loss of isolation to maximize system safety

Provide guidance on HV system components selection (including HV fuse, contactor, etc.) to meet system performance targets

Use analytical and experimental methods to ensure HV system design meets safety and regulatory standards

Help resolve technical issues associated with integration of new HV components into HV system

You'll have...

B.S in Electrical, or Computer Engineering, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Eight-plus years of combined HV/power-electronics experience

Deep MATLAB/Simulink plus PLECS, PSIM or equivalent experience

EV HV architecture and integration

Inverter, battery and electric-drive system knowledge

HV bus ripple and fault modeling

Protection strategy and component selection

System-level troubleshooting

Ability to interpret power-electronics schematics and test data

Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them to automotive concepts

Strong written and verbal communication skills

An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team

A systems approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for exceptional delivery execution and continuous improvement

Even better, you may have...

Master’s or PhD degree in Power Electronics

Eight years of direct schematic/layout ownership

Board bring-up experience

Deep semiconductor-device expertise

Detailed EMC simulation

Five years of WCCA

Production control-algorithm implementation

Expertise across every listed simulation platform

Experience with every motor technology

Strong knowledge of power electronics system design

Experienced with advanced problem-solving tools such as fish-bone diagram, Design For Six Sigma (DFSS), FA report, 8D documentation, etc.

Having deep semiconductor level knowledge is a big plus

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 leadership level 6 and ranges from $132,800-$250,800.

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.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6

Visa sponsorship is 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.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid

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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.

Health and Wellness

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, mental health, and unique wellness perks keep you and your family supported every step of the way.

Financial and Retirement Programs

Build a strong financial future with robust retirement contributions, savings programs, and free personalized financial planning tools.

Flexible Vacation and Holidays

Enjoy your time away from work with generous vacation, holidays, and flexible family leave designed to help you balance life and work with ease.

Vehicle Discount Program

The best thing about building great products is driving them! The second-best thing: sharing your discount with family and friends so they can drive them, too.

Family Growth and Support

Grow your family confidently with fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, and a supportive new-parent ramp-up program.

Additional Programs

Enjoy unexpected extras like pet insurance, legal services, identity protection, and access to convenient health and wellness services.