Power Conversion Hardware Design Engineer

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

22h • Hybrid

About The Position

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrow’s transportation. Do you have what it takes to make smart vehicles for a smart world? Join the Ford Product Development team. Utilizing Design Thinking & User Experience methods, you’ll work to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We’re seeking forward-thinking, laser-focused professionals with a passion for bringing innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to such advancements as autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

Requirements

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Power Electronics, Electrical and Computer Engineering or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• 2 years of experience with Use of various power converter topologies AC/DC, DC/DC, or DC/AC.
• 2 years of experience with Hardware circuit simulation and component selection.
• 2 years of experience with Use of characteristics of magnetics and high-power semiconductor switching devices, including SiC and GaN.
• 2 years of experience with Use of the thermal and EMC challenges of high-power converter design.
• 2 years of experience with Use of various power converter-related safety and performance standards and code compliance including IEC, IEEE, UL and SAE.
• 2 years of experience with Write test plans and conduct lab tests for high-power converter performance verification and debugging.
• 2 years of experience with Conduct failure analysis using tools including 8D and work with suppliers to resolve product quality issues.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the specification, design, development, and validation of on-board power conversion modules.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert of vehicle installed power converters and provide technical guidance to D&R, test, and systems engineers on the team.
• Develop and ensure robust interface with vehicle and accessory modules.
• Lead design reviews and worst-case circuit analysis.
• Develop and work with supplier and Ford approved test lab to execute EMC test plan.
• Develop a solution that meet regional standards and code compliance including IEC, GBT, UL and CE standards from IEEE, and others.
• Ensure design meets functional safety standards.
• Provide HW support to resolve user concerns, investigate and troubleshoot system faults and errors.
• Stay connected with focus groups and forums to stay at the forefront of technology advancements in order to keep the team abreast of the latest technological solutions.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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 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: Senior