Power Distribution Subsystem Engineer

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In this position...
A Power Distribution Electronics Subsystem functional scope consists of several hundred features/functions and their associated power input and power output electrical interfaces. In Ford electrical architectures, there are solid state power distribution electronics controllers (Power Distribution Controllers, Zonal Modules, etc..) which now incorporate solid state power distribution control. This functionality also includes (but not limited to) load profile management, power bus control, Key Off Load (KOL) management, etc.
The Power Distribution Electronics Subsystem Engineer is responsible for defining, owning and enforcing these electrical power distribution interface requirements across the vehicle architectures and downstream interfacing components. These requirements are to support efficient solid-state driver/IC selection and adhering to these drivers/IC's capability including In-rush current, steady state currents and stall currents all across the associated functional voltage and temperature ranges.

This Power Distribution Electronics Subsystem Engineer will support the Power Distribution Module owners by enforcing the power distribution requirements across the electrical interfaces of the applicable vehicle programs. 
What you'll do...
Work with system design and architecture to develop the overall design of the power distribution modules.
Ensure the subsystem design meets the required specifications and standards or author the specifications as needed.
Manage and balance loads based on load analysis to prevent overloads.
Work with the functional safety team to make sure the design complies with all relevant safety standards.
Ensure proper integration with other subsystems and interfacing components.
Become acquainted with all Ford Motor Company product appropriate specifications related to Body Module component design: Lead interface to clarify Ford requirements with suppliers
Lead interface to other Ford internal stakeholders (purchasing, quality, and vehicle platforms).

Conduct vehicle system compatibility reviews for Power Distribution at the appropriate GPDS milestones.
Support troubleshooting efforts identified to root cause product related issues (build, plant, field, etc.).
Author and Release Power Distribution Electronics Requirements (RQT's) in FEDE.
Review and approve Power Distribution Electronic Module CDS (Component Design Specification).
Understanding of the 4-phase development process; Phase 1 Concept Development, Phase 2 Engineering Verification of the Concept, Phase 3 Engineering Design for Production, and Phase 4 Production Realization & Verification. 
Support Body Module/Zonal Module/Power Distribution Module application engineers globally. 
Investigate the feasibility of requested new power distribution busses/needs. Analyze design options for cost, quality and reliability trade-offs

Support the Power Distribution Modules development and release of the associated component level Engineering Test Specification or ES.
Overall responsible for the hardware design.
Support the Core Power Distribution Module's hardware specification, 
Support the Power Distribution Modules hardware design through Worst Case Circuit Analysis and working to resolve all issues identified as related to Power Distribution circuits.
Support Power Distribution Module Device Transmittal development and release as it related to Power Distribution. 
Support Power Distribution Module design verification (DVP) and process validation (PVP) test plans.Review DV and PVP&R's to ensure compliance to specification; ultimate sign-off authority.
Support reviews when failures are noted.
Develop plans, w/ supplier, to resolve failures or initiate deviations as appropriate. 

Support reliability evaluations of components using established procedures (FMEA, Stress Analysis, Failure Rate Analysis).
Prepare and lead design review meetings.
Interface with multi-disciplinary team of engineers, customers and vendors to discuss existing and potential new projects.
Use technical and engineering acumen to review and analyze the supplier's analysis results from simulation and verification of analog and digital hardware and firmware.
Represent Power Distribution Modules (PDC, Zonal Module, etc..) teams during management/vehicle program reviews to explain or defend technical findings and technical recommendations.
Participate in the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) team(s) for the Global power distribution modules.

You'll have...
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering.
5+ years of experience in electronic circuit design or similar experience.

Even better, you may have...
Master's in Electrical Engineering.
10+ years of experience in electronic circuit design or similar experience.
Experience with MS Office, Vector tools such as CANalyzer, use of an oscilloscope and other troubleshooting tools; experience with Ford product. development system applications is a plus (WERS, AVBOM, PPM Audit, Digital Buck, Team Center, Integrator).
Experience reading automotive electrical distribution schematics.
Thorough understanding of analog and digital hardware systems as applied to automotive control systems.
Have an understanding of EMC specifications and EMC mitigation techniques.
Understanding of the various product development milestones and guidelines in taking a product from concept into mass production.
Understanding engineering analysis methods and interpreting the results to convey this information to others. Previous use of MathCAD for Worst Case Analysis is desirable or other simulation tools.
Proficient in setting up and using laboratory test equipment such as multi-meters, scopes, logic analyzer, power analyzer.
Critical thinking and dealing with complex problems to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions and conclusions.
Active and continuous learning to understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision making.
Excellent speaking and writing skills to convey information efficiently and effectively.
Experience with PCB manufacturing processes.
Familiar with Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• 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. 

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This position is a range of salary gradesSG5-SG8. 
Visa sponsorship is available for this position. 
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