Electrical Systems Integration Technician

Ford Motor Company•Palo Alto, CA
•$118,700 - $198,500•Hybrid

About The Position

The Engineering Technician supports Software Engineering teams by prototyping integrated testing platforms, including HIL racks and test benches, flashing software, and troubleshooting system faults. The role involves designing and fabricating software and hardware testing equipment, resolving integration issues, and collaborating with software developers, engineers, and other technicians to build software development equipment. The technician uses Linux and shell commands, operates fabrication and machine shop equipment, interprets network and wiring schematics, tracks work through Jira and other Atlassian tools, and applies knowledge of electrical principles and automotive standards.

Requirements

  • A two-year degree in Automotive Technology or relevant experience.
  • At least 3 years of experience machining and fabricating parts.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in software integration and testing, preferably in the automotive industry.
  • Hands-on experience building and launching automotive products and vehicle prototypes.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, Confluence, and Jira applications.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Eagerness to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
  • A systems approach to design and development, with curiosity and a desire to pursue exceptional delivery execution and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Design and fabricate software and hardware testing equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve software and hardware integration issues.
  • Collaborate with software developers, engineers, and other technicians to build software development equipment.
  • Use Linux and shell commands.
  • Operate fabrication and machine shop equipment.
  • Interpret network and wiring schematics.
  • Track work through Jira and other Atlassian tools.
  • Maintain a strong understanding of electrical principles and automotive standards.

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.
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