Product Development Engineer

Ford is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Design & Release Engineer to join our innovative Power Supply & Energy Management organization. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the design, development, integration, testing, and release of embedded software for intelligent Battery Management System (BMS) LIN Sensors that monitor and manage 12V and 48V battery systems within Ford's next-generation vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and release of embedded software for BMS LIN Sensor components, collaborating closely with external suppliers.
• Translate Ford's functional, performance, diagnostic, cybersecurity, safety, and quality requirements into clear and actionable software specifications for intelligent sensor suppliers.
• Act as the primary technical interface for software-related topics between Ford and supplier engineering teams, fostering strong partnerships.
• Review and approve supplier software designs, architectures, test plans, and validation reports to ensure compliance with Ford standards and industry best practices.
• Monitor supplier software development progress, track key performance indicators, and manage deliverables to ensure adherence to program timelines and quality gates.
• Facilitate efficient resolution of technical issues and defects during all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Ensure rigorous software validation and verification activities are conducted, supporting both bench-level LIN network testing and vehicle-level integration.
• Support vehicle integration and testing efforts for BMS LIN Sensors, troubleshooting software, diagnostic, and network-related issues as they arise.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings, design reviews, FMEAs, and other quality-related processes to ensure robust product development.
• Demonstrate an understanding of intelligent battery sensing fundamentals and low-voltage energy management requirements.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in automotive software, smart sensors, and LIN network architectures.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in embedded software development and delivery within the automotive industry.
• 3+ years of a strong understanding of automotive software development processes, including familiarity with ASPICE and ISO 26262.
• 3+ years of demonstrated knowledge of automotive communication protocols, with specific expertise in LIN.
• 3+ years of experience working with automotive suppliers on software development projects.
• 3+ years of an understanding of cybersecurity principles as applied to automotive embedded systems and smart sensors.

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.