Thermal System Firmware Integration Engineer

Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is seeking an experienced Integration Engineer to contribute to the development of next-generation Thermal Systems. As the automotive industry shifts to highly integrated software-defined vehicles, the Thermal System has become a critical cross-functional system – managing everything from cabin comfort to the precise thermal regulation of power electronics and high-voltage batteries.

In this role, you will bridge the gap between hardware and software, owning the domain and driving the integration of complex mechatronic devices. You will architect robust fault-handling logic and lead hands-on debugging in the lab and on the track.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical anchor for the Thermal Subsystem (HVAC & Powertrain Thermal), bridging mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines.
• Define and drive the development roadmap for application logic, component controls, and diagnostics.
• Orchestrate the development workflow (Sprint planning, JIRA), ensuring technical risks are identified and eliminated early.
• Lead the selection and integration of new hardware, authoring precise interface requirements for suppliers and internal controls teams.
• Collaborate with control algorithm engineers to optimize system performance and efficiency.
• Negotiate interfaces and behaviors with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Design and execute comprehensive pre-merge verification plans to ensure software robustness.
• Conduct hands-on validation using bench setups and vehicle assets, utilizing advanced debugging tools to root-cause complex integration issues.
• Review code (C/C++) and sign off on software releases, maintaining a high standard for code quality and system safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience in embedded systems, firmware integration, or systems engineering.
• Strong understanding of mechatronic fundamentals (sensors, actuators, motors) and how they interact with embedded software.
• Proven debugging and diagnostic skills in electrical, mechanical, and software domains.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded targets.
• Experience with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).

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.