Tech Leader - Electrified Propulsion Systems

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

In this position... As part of the Research and Advanced engineering activity at Ford, this technical leadership role is responsible for defining preferred propulsion architectures, setting & guiding direction for system development, and working across multiple domains/teams to deliver new electrified propulsion systems & technologies

Requirements

• Proven technical leadership with deep electrified propulsion knowledge and a systems engineering mindset
• Detailed understanding of xEV architectures, hybrid propulsion operating principles and strategies, propulsion sub-systems, hardware and control systems, vehicle attributes and vehicle simulation
• The ability to navigate environments without prescribed paths or solutions, and work collaboratively across multiple domains & teams to deliver new solutions
• Master’s or PHD degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or similar Engineering field
• 15+ years of experience in electrified propulsion systems and advanced xEV development
• Demonstrated expertise in propulsion architecture design, system sizing, and advanced propulsion development
• Familiarity with vehicle control systems and propulsion calibration
• Expertise translating attribute needs into powertrain requirements, identifying alternatives, & conducting system trade-offs
• Track record of electrified propulsion innovations & maturing technology from proof-of concept to technology readiness and/or production
• Ability to extract key insights and convey complex technical topics clearly to senior leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead propulsion technology / architecture studies and the design of innovative electrified propulsion system concepts
• Identify strategic electrified propulsion opportunities, help define portfolio priorities, and provide technical direction for Ford’s advanced propulsion projects
• Identify key technical challenges and develop system solutions that improve cost, attributes, and robustness for new xEV technologies including EVs, EREVs, PHEVs, FHEVs, and FCEVs.
• Set & guide direction for propulsion system & vehicle development, leveraging virtual and physical prototypes to achieve attribute goals
• Mentor and teach engineering team on electrified propulsion architectures, systems, technologies, operating principles, and analysis methods
• Develop and secure electrified propulsion related IP to protect Ford’s business and gain a competitive advantage
• Ensure technical integrity and quality of department technical efforts and products, provide guidance and internal alignment

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees