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Ford Motor Company · 1 day ago

Tech Leader - Electrified Propulsion Systems

Dearborn, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

Ford Motor Company is a global leader in the automotive industry, seeking a Tech Leader for Electrified Propulsion Systems. This role involves defining propulsion architectures, guiding system development, and collaborating across teams to deliver innovative electrified propulsion technologies.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead propulsion technology / architecture studies and the design of innovative electrified propulsion system concepts

Identify strategic electrified propulsion opportunities, help define portfolio priorities, and provide technical direction for Ford’s advanced propulsion projects

Identify key technical challenges and develop system solutions that improve cost, attributes, and robustness for new xEV technologies including EVs, EREVs, PHEVs, FHEVs, and FCEVs

Set & guide direction for propulsion system & vehicle development, leveraging virtual and physical prototypes to achieve attribute goals

Mentor and teach engineering team on electrified propulsion architectures, systems, technologies, operating principles, and analysis methods

Develop and secure electrified propulsion related IP to protect Ford’s business and gain a competitive advantage

Ensure technical integrity and quality of department technical efforts and products, provide guidance and internal alignment

Qualification

Electrified propulsion knowledgeXEV architecturesPropulsion architecture designSystems engineering mindsetVehicle control systemsPropulsion calibrationAdvanced propulsion developmentCollaboration skillsMentoring skillsCommunication skills

Required

Proven technical leadership with deep electrified propulsion knowledge and a systems engineering mindset

Detailed understanding of xEV architectures, hybrid propulsion operating principles and strategies, propulsion sub-systems, hardware and control systems, vehicle attributes and vehicle simulation

The ability to navigate environments without prescribed paths or solutions, and work collaboratively across multiple domains & teams to deliver new solutions

Master's or PHD degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or similar Engineering field

15+ years of experience in electrified propulsion systems and advanced xEV development

Demonstrated expertise in propulsion architecture design, system sizing, and advanced propulsion development

Familiarity with vehicle control systems and propulsion calibration

Expertise translating attribute needs into powertrain requirements, identifying alternatives, & conducting system trade-offs

Track record of electrified propulsion innovations & maturing technology from proof-of concept to technology readiness and/or production

Ability to extract key insights and convey complex technical topics clearly to senior leadership