D&R Engineer

Ford Motor Company • Dearborn, MI

2d • $86,600 - $144,900 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ford Motor Company is seeking a motivated, technical, and passionate Design & Release Engineer to manage the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) module and lead end-to-end TCU software delivery and system integration across FNV2, FNV3, and FNV3.x architectures. The role includes on-site validation and launch leadership, agile cross-functional collaboration, proactive risk management, on-time GPDS sign-off, and post-launch support.

The engineer leads TCU software delivery and integration, supports vehicle launches, manages software improvements and maintenance, and works with program teams and internal software development teams to deliver software on time. The role also supports system-level troubleshooting, flashing, testing, and validation on a breadboard or vehicle, and uses connected-vehicle data to inform engineering decisions.

This is a hybrid position requiring on-site work four or more days per week. The position is salary grade 7, with a stated salary range of $86,600–$144,900. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• At least 2 years of experience with software planning and release, with a strong understanding of the vehicle program release lifecycle.
• At least 1 year of automotive industry experience, including practical knowledge of CAN and Ethernet communication protocols and quality standards.
• Experience executing DVP&R (Design Verification Plan and Report) and DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).
• At least 1 year of experience working within Agile frameworks.
• Advanced proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• At least 1 year of expert-level skill in authoring engineering documents and delivering technical presentations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Ford systems, specifically WERS and IVS.
• M.S. in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to establish robust project frameworks, clearly defining milestones, deliverables, and critical-path timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead TCU software delivery and integration into FNV2, FNV3, and FNV3.x vehicles, overseeing technical execution, deadlines, and project requirements.
• Provide leadership and support for successful vehicle launches by ensuring timely integration and functionality of TCU software.
• Manage ongoing software improvements and maintenance to address post-launch issues.
• Facilitate collaboration between vehicle program teams and internal software development teams, championing agile methods for timely delivery across programs.
• Promote innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement in TCU software.
• Partner with software development program management teams to establish processes for delivering software on time and in alignment with vehicle program requirements.
• Use connected-vehicle data to support engineering problem-solving and data-driven decision-making.
• Provide on-site support to troubleshoot, flash, test, and validate TCU software at the system level on a breadboard or vehicle, collecting data to improve software quality.
• Identify project risks associated with software development and integration, develop mitigation strategies, and escalate critical risks for timely resolution.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, and subsidized backup childcare.
• Family-building benefits, including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments.
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee resource groups.
• Paid time off for individual and team community service.
• Paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level