Electrified Powertrain Calibration and Controls Engineer

In 1901, Henry Ford designed and built the racecar called “Sweepstakes.” On October 10 of that year, he drove Sweepstakes against Alexander Winton, a famous racer and builder. Against all odds Ford won. That was the beginning – “the race that changed the world” – and it continues to this day. From our victories at Le Mans in 1966 and exactly fifty years later in 2016, to our most recent WRC and NASCAR Championships, the spirit of Henry Ford lives with us every day through our motorsports efforts around the world.

Ford Performance is looking for an experienced, talented, and highly motivated Electrified Powertrain Calibration & Control Systems engineer to join our Global Motorsports department, located in Allen Park, Michigan.

Responsibilities

  • Development of Electrified Powertrain Control System strategies and calibrations to support potential future Ford Performance Motorsports programs. May include hybrid and BEV applications as well as "one-off" high-performance demonstration vehicles.
  • Support control system hardware specification and acquisition.
  • Support race simulation of vehicle performance and energy deployment / recovery optimization.
  • Participate and provide technical feedback in discussions with Motorsports sanctioning organizations regarding future applicability of electrification in multiple series.
  • Work together with Motorsports Electrified Powertrain hardware engineers to assist with selection of hardware such as motors, inverters, and batteries.
  • Engender teamwork and facilitate engineering interfaces with multiple suppliers and partners.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related degree
  • 1+ years of recent experience (including co-op or internship) in electrified powertrain controls software or calibration development

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline
  • MATLAB and Simulink experience. Must be comfortable with reading, creating, modifying, and testing Simulink models
  • Team player and willingness to deliver high quality work in a demanding environment. Candidate will be tasked to parallel-path multiple projects under strict timelines
  • Must hold or be eligible for a passport
  • International and Domestic travel may be required
  • Motorsports experience and passion

Join our team as we create tomorrow! We believe in putting people first, working together, and facing challenges head-on, because we’re Built Ford Tough. We’re one team striving to make people’s lives better while creating value, delivering excellence and ultimately going for the win.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, TN visa holders may be considered.

Ford Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

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