Ford Racing Features & HMI Engineer
About The Position
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. Racing is where our story began. In 1901, Henry Ford climbed into a car he built himself—"Sweepstakes"—and beat America's most famous driver. He wasn't a racer, but he had to win. He did. Ford Motor Company was born from that victory. That fighting spirit lives on in Ford Racing today. We're the engineers, strategists, and competitors who bring Ford's track-tested edge into every vehicle we build. Every track, every stage, every proving ground—that's where we prove ourselves. The result: one of the world's most iconic brands, legendary nameplates, and a team unmatched in the industry. Our mantra: Race to win, engineer to lead. If you're a competitor, innovator, or performance obsessive, Ford Racing is where you belong. Help us write the next chapter. In this position... You will help lead our next generation Features & HMI developments on our journey to Own Off-Road and win on the Track
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering, Computer Engineering or related degree
- 2-5 years of experience with vehicle electrical systems and/or features
- Strong learning agility
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams
- Strong systems thinking and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and written, with the ability to quickly understand and articulate complex issues
- Emotional resilience to negotiate cross functional trade-offs
- High Bandwidth individuals with interest in performance vehicles
- Multi-faceted skill sets with a focus on systems engineering, features development experience, rapid prototyping, software and/or electronics integration, calibration (brake controls or powertrain), mechatronics
- Interest in performance vehicles and related hobbies
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
- 5+ years of related experience in an automotive engineering role
- In-depth knowledge of Quality Documents (DFMEA, LFMA, and boundary diagrams)
- Functional knowledge electrical module design, networking, wiring, power distribution, chassis systems, lighting systems, etc.
- Electrical Systems Engineering experience including understanding of systems engineering V model
- Electrical D&R experience
- Electrical testing experience
- Experience with both Track-capable and Off-Road Features & HMI systems
- Tier 2+ Drivers training
Responsibilities
- Execute a Systems Engineering approach to new feature design to meet customer needs
- Lead the development of new features at the systems engineering level from early feature development to production and manage feature upgrade and migration plan
- Develop feature specifications, feature Failure Mode Avoidance documentation, feature verification plan, etc.
- Review existing system designs to find new opportunities for cost or quality improvement
- Interact with program teams, core engineers and functional areas to create balanced solutions to competing requirements
- Develop relationships with cross functional teams and supply base to learn about the latest technologies and possible implementation
- Analyze complex cross-functional systems and implement innovative solutions
- Lead trade-off discussions with cross-functional teams
- Communicate complex systems, issues and resolutions in a clear and concise manner
- Utilize connected data & data analytics to develop a deep understanding of the customer
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
