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Ford Motor Company · 3 days ago

Motorsports Powertrain Controls and Simulation Engineer - LMDh/GT3/GT4/Off-Road

Allen Park, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Ford Motor Company is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of automotive innovation and performance, specifically in the motorsports domain. They are seeking an experienced Powertrain Controls Engineer to develop, test, and deliver world-class powertrain controls software for racing vehicles.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

ICE/Hybrid/EV powertrain controls development for both professional and customer racing vehicles

Vehicle level controls development (traction control, drivability, torque management, etc…)

Develop simulation environments for HiL (Hardware in the loop), SiL (Software in the loop) and DiL (Driver in the loop) testing

Engine and driveline model creation to assist with off-line software development and testing

Trackside calibration tool development

Support track testing as required

Innovation of new technologies allowable within the boundaries imposed by appropriate race sanctioning bodies

Qualification

Powertrain controls developmentSimulation environments developmentMATLAB & SimulinkBosch Motorsport experienceCAN tools proficiencyC#Python programmingProblem solverDetail orientedTeam player

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or an equivalent technical degree

2+ years of experience in automotive powertrain controls development

Must hold or be eligible for a passport. International and Domestic travel may be required

Preferred

Experience using Bosch Motorsport, Motec, Cosworth and Mclaren Hardware and Software

Professional motorsport experience (IMSA, WEC, F1, WRC, NASCAR, Indycar)

Formula SAE experience very highly preferred

Preferred candidate has experience using CAN tools to collect and analyze vehicle communication data, and the ability to create, read, and modify CAN drivers and CAN message database

Proficiency with MATLAB & Simulink

Demonstrated ability to analyze complex dynamic systems and design control algorithms to meet performance targets

Strong overall knowledge of vehicle and powertrain functions

Proficiency in C#, Python, MATLAB, VBA, or an equivalent programming language

Possess a competitive spirit, can-do attitude, and interest in professional and amateur Motorsports at a technical level

Strong team player, ability to work with multiple suppliers, and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with high responsibility

Detail oriented self-starter and problem solver