Staff High Voltage System Architect and Simulation Engineer

Ford • Allen Park, MI

2d • $132,800 - $250,800 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff High Voltage System Design and Simulation Engineer contributes to advanced development of the High Voltage (HV) system architecture for Ford’s Universal EV (UEV) platform. The role uses system simulation and analytical tools to model and characterize HV system performance, including HV voltage ripple, HV isolation, HV interference with the low-voltage (LV) system, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) performance. Simulation models are also used to evaluate HV and LV system interoperability and inform system design and safety strategies.

The engineer works with software, mechanical packaging, vehicle integration, and EPA range teams to characterize system behavior and optimize performance. The position supports HV system development, component selection, protection strategy design, technical issue resolution, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. It is a hybrid position; candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub may be required to work onsite four or more days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or another relevant field.
• 10 or more years of experience in HV powertrain system modeling using advanced simulation tools such as MATLAB-SIMULINK, ANSYS, PSIM, PLECS, or LTSpice.
• 8 or more years of power electronics hardware development experience, including schematic and layout design, board bring-up, and bench testing.
• 3 or more years of experience performing WCCA analysis on HV systems using MATHCAD or similar tools.
• Deep technical knowledge of isolated and non-isolated power converter topologies.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in HV powertrain system design and development, including HV traction inverters and electric motors.
• Fundamental knowledge of electric motor technologies such as IM, PMSM, and SRM.
• Expertise in switching-device operation and advanced technologies such as wide bandgap (WBG), including their trade-offs.
• Hands-on experience performing root cause analysis of HV system issues.
• Experience and working knowledge of electric vehicle electrical architecture.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and the ability to apply them to automotive concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic, high-performing team.
• Systems-oriented approach to design and development, with curiosity and commitment to strong execution and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or PhD degree in Power Electronics.
• 15 or more years of combined power electronics hardware design and HV system modeling experience.
• Extensive experience using system simulation tools such as PSIM, MATLAB-SIMULINK, ANSYS, and PLECS.
• 5 or more years of WCCA experience using MATHCAD.
• Strong knowledge of power electronics system design.
• Experience with advanced problem-solving tools such as fishbone diagrams, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), failure analysis reports, and 8D documentation.
• Deep semiconductor-level knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform HV system simulation or co-simulation incorporating HV batteries, traction inverters, electric motors, motor control algorithms, and other relevant subsystems to characterize and optimize system performance.
• Characterize HV and LV system interoperability using simulation tools such as MATLAB-SIMULINK, PLECS, and PSIM.
• Model and predict HV system behavior, conduct feasibility studies, and provide guidance to cross-functional teams.
• Use HV system fault modeling techniques to diagnose and identify root causes of system issues.
• Develop and implement electric motor control algorithms using MATLAB-SIMULINK.
• Simulate and characterize EMC performance of HV modules within electrical system architectures.
• Perform HV system Worst Case Circuit Analysis (WCCA) using tools such as MATHCAD.
• Define, document, and maintain HV system architecture and interface diagrams.
• Support HV system development and component selection to optimize performance and safety.
• Review HV system architecture, including wiring diagrams, and propose design changes to improve performance.
• Perform high-voltage distribution system design and optimization.
• Lead critical design reviews for HV modules to confirm compliance with HV system requirements.
• Guide selection of HV system components, including fuses and contactors, to meet system performance targets.
• Use analytical and experimental methods to ensure HV system designs meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Develop HV system protection strategies, such as responses to loss of isolation, to maximize system safety.
• Collaborate with software, mechanical packaging, vehicle integration, and EPA range teams to characterize system behavior and optimize performance.
• Help resolve technical issues associated with integrating new HV components into the HV system.

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.

What This Job Offers

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