Description
\ Systems Integration Engineer, Cross Vehicle Systems Applications and Software: The Ultimate Bridge Between Hardware and Software
\ As a Systems Integration Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and validating vehicle electrical systems. You will review and approve device transmittals, develop vehicle-level logical schematics, conduct design/compatibility reviews, define fusing and grounding strategies, support system-level validation/diagnostics, and provide technical support for prototype and pre-production builds.
\ Architect & Design the Vehicle Blueprint \ Own the Electrical Foundation: Architect vehicle-level logical schematics and design transmittal structures (VSEM-GDT), serving as the technical blueprint authority for next-generation vehicle programs. \ Champion Electrical Integrity: Direct and enforce robust, high-reliability fusing and grounding strategies across all vehicle designs to ensure flawless electrical power distribution. \ Lead Compatibility & Risk Mitigation: Conduct deep-dive compatibility reviews and Systems FMEA within the Ford Engineering Design Environment (FEDE) to preemptively catch and resolve system-level defects before they reach physical hardware.
\ Orchestrate Next-Gen Validation & Software Integration \ Drive High-Fidelity Validation: Lead the configuration and setup of advanced Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Final Design Judgement (FDJ), and Design Confirmation Vehicle (DCV) breadboards, transforming complex software into physical, functional testbeds. \ Manage the Modern Embedded Software Pipeline: Utilize advanced tools (such as JFrog, IVS, and FCT) to flash, configure, and manage software packages on physical modules, tracking code evolution through modern Software Bills of Materials (SWBOM). \ Innovate Vehicle Configuration Systems: Pioneer the development and optimization of the Vehicle Software Configuration System (VSCS) to ensure scalable, accurate module configuration across multiple vehicle variants.
\ Lead On-the-Ground Vehicle Launches & Problem Solving \ Drive New Vehicle Programs to Job 1: Embed directly with elite launch teams at premier facilities (such as the New Model Programs Development Center and Roush) to triage and troubleshoot complex, real-time integration issues from early prototype phases through to Job 1. \ Solve the Industry’s Toughest Diagnostic Puzzles: Mastermind the isolation of “false codes” and phantom Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) generated during flashing, ensuring clean vehicle diagnostics and a flawless end-of-line manufacturing delivery. \ Execute Rigorous System Sign-offs: Lead point-to-point functional testing, End-of-Line (EOL) validation, and Key Off Load (KOL) testing to guarantee the vehicle’s electrical system is robust and ready for customer delivery.
\ Qualifications \ Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. \ 3-5 years’ experience in automotive Electrical/Electronic (E/E) Systems Integration and Validation. \ 3+ years’ experience with Controller Area Network (CAN), CAN-Flexible Data-Rate (CAN-FD), and Local Interconnect Network (LIN) protocols and messaging. \ 2+ years’ experience in Issue Triage and Root Cause Analysis of complex functional failures and system-level defects.
\ Preferred Qualifications \ Proficiency in analyzing vehicle bus traffic using industry-standard tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, Diagnostic Engineering Tool (DET), or Wireshark. \ Ability to read and interpret complex Electrical Schematics, wiring diagrams, and network communication databases (.dbc or .arxml). \ Fundamental understanding of vehicle power distribution, including fusing and grounding strategies. \ Familiarity with Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and functional safety principles. \ Demonstrated ability to perform hands-on technical troubleshooting on physical hardware, breadboards, or vehicle prototypes. \ Willingness to support onsite activities at manufacturing plants or prototype build facilities like the New Model Programs Development Center (NMPDC). \ Direct experience with Ford-specific engineering tools including Vehicle Systems Engineering Management - Global Design Transmittal (VSEM-GDT) and Ford Engineering Design Environment (FEDE). \ Expertise in Vehicle Software Configuration System (VSCS) development and module configuration. \ Experience using In-Vehicle Software (IVS) or JFrog for software repository management and the Ford Converter Tool (FCT) for module flashing. \ Advanced knowledge of Automotive Ethernet and complex gateway routing. \ In-depth knowledge of Automotive End-of-Line (EOL) testing procedures. \ Proven ability to identify and resolve “false codes” or phantom Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) generated during software reflashing. \ Leadership capability to lead cross-functional triage meetings and translate technical bus data into actionable business reports for leadership. \ Proficiency in data management and tracking using Jira and Confluence. \ Proficiency on coding in Python or C#. \ Proficiency on using Large Language Models.
\ Ford Motor Company offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. Additionally, Ford provides opportunities for professional growth and development, including training and education programs.
\ If you are a motivated and experienced Systems Integration Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, please submit your application today!