Hybrid Propulsion Application Engineer

Ford • Dearborn, MI

105d

About The Position

Join a dedicated team at the forefront of automotive propulsion system development. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Hybrid Propulsion Application Engineer to drive the development of our next-generation hybrid powertrain systems for world-class consumer and commercial vehicles.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical).
• Significant experience with CAE simulation tools modeling vehicle systems for performance and fuel economy analysis.
• Knowledge of Electrified Propulsion Systems and their key subsystems, especially PowerSplit Hybrid architectures.
• Experience with core automotive engineering concepts and product development processes.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, driving technical issues to a successful resolution.
• Experience communicating complex technical information concisely in executive-level reviews.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of experience in an Electrified Propulsion Systems engineering role.
• Expertise in simulation modeling of hybrid vehicles to predict and optimize for Fuel Economy, All-Electric Range (AER), and performance attributes.
• Advanced proficiency with analytical and CAE tools, particularly Matlab and Simulink, and experience with integrated vehicle simulation environments.
• Deep understanding of EV & Hybrid powertrain system functionality and attributes at both the subsystem and full-vehicle levels.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in the ambiguous and fast-paced environment of advanced program development.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills; a self-motivated individual eager to take responsibility and deliver results with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of powertrain controls, calibration, and the forward-model development process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to organize multiple inputs into a succinct summary.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the definition, development, and system requirements for next-generation hybrid powertrains.
• Lead comprehensive power-pack sizing and attribute trade-off studies using CAE simulation modeling to achieve an optimal balance of performance, efficiency, and cost.
• Utilize CAE methods to simulate performance, fuel economy, all electric range to support advanced studies for potential Cycle Plan incorporation.
• Define cutting-edge powertrain architectures and cascade system-level targets to component teams to meet and exceed vehicle attribute goals for fuel economy, performance, and range.
• Collaborate with cross-functional technical experts across battery, motor, controls, and calibration teams to optimize component designs and reduce system losses.
• Develop and present clear, data-driven system trade-off studies to senior management to guide strategic engineering and business decisions.
• Develop System Power, Combined Torque, and Wheel Torque curves by combining Internal Combustion Engine and Electric Motor contributions.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree