Data Acquisition & Test Systems Engineer

Ford • Romeo, MI

11h • $99,600 - $192,900 • Onsite

About The Position

The Data Logging Engineer supports durability testing by developing, configuring, and maintaining data logging systems and vehicle instrumentation. The role partners with durability engineers, test operations, data customers, suppliers, and other technical teams to define test data needs and deliver effective data collection solutions. The engineer interfaces data logging devices with vehicle networks and test peripherals, helps manage the supporting server environment, and resolves issues that could affect test execution or data quality. Candidates should be comfortable taking ownership of technical problems, researching solutions, and moving work forward independently.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Engineering
• Experience with data acquisition or data logging systems, including device programming, configuration, or troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols, including CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet.
• Experience interfacing data acquisition devices with sensors and signals such as thermocouples, accelerometers, analog inputs, and digital I/O.
• Experience with data logging or analysis tools such as Intrepid, CANalyzer, Aptiv, Dewesoft, or similar platforms; equivalent demonstrated programming experience will also be considered.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to research unfamiliar issues and develop practical solutions.
• Strong understanding of vehicle platforms & architecture
• Self-starter who can take ownership of tasks and work effectively with limited oversight.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills when working with test customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to document technical work clearly and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Program, configure, and support data logging devices used in durability testing.
• Design instrumentation plans and data collection setups to meet test and customer requirements.
• Interface data logging systems with vehicle networks, including CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet.
• Integrate and troubleshoot sensors and test peripherals, including thermocouples, accelerometers, and analog and digital I/O.
• Coordinate data logging device programming, server support, and related technical needs with suppliers and internal teams.
• Work directly with data customers to understand requirements, communicate system capabilities, and resolve data collection issues.
• Support the interface between data logging systems and test peripherals or other test equipment.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, communications, hardware, and software issues; identify and implement solutions to protect test execution and data quality.
• Document system configurations, instrumentation designs, programming changes, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Support system improvements and help develop repeatable, efficient data logging processes.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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