Ford Motor Company · 17 hours ago
Staff Electrical Systems Integration Engineer - Lighting
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
6+ years expFord Motor Company is focused on redefining transportation through innovative electric vehicles. As a Staff Electrical Systems Integration Engineer, you will lead the integration of next-generation lighting systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust and safety-rated designs.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Conduct functional architecture investigations and execute trade studies to optimize lighting systems design strategies for cost and performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver and maintain robust lighting subsystem functional boundary diagrams and interface specifications
Drive hardware specification development for lighting control units and related components, collaborating with device owners and supply chain to source components
Own and approve Device Transmittals for lighting components, ensuring logical schematics and hardware interfaces are designed to meet all component requirements
Lead network interface development for lighting systems, collaborating with software and systems team to deliver network artifacts
Lead the feature and function development of systems related to exterior and interior lighting, from feature level to implementation, including function boundary diagrams and interface specifications
Decompose and allocate vehicle performance attributes across supporting functions
Develop and mature exterior and interior lighting functional specifications, ensuring alignment with overall vehicle homologation and regulatory requirements
Authoring and releasing feature verification methods including diagnostics
Verify feature and electrical performance through system level testing and validation
Preparing feature systems and integration TGW, FMVSS and internal customer feedback analysis
Qualification
Required
B.S in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
6+ years of experience working on complex electrical systems or electronics designs, specifically lighting and other body controls systems
Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them to automotive concepts
Experience with requirements capture in requirements management software platforms (JAMA, etc.)
Experience with creating and modifying network interface description files, and proficiency with vehicle network protocols such as CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet
Proven experience in systems development, electrical/functional architecture, functional safety, and complex system integration, including automotive regulatory standards
Strong debugging and diagnostic skills across electrical, mechanical, and functional/software domains
Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and project management abilities
A systems approach to design and development, with an eagerness for continuous improvement and collaborative, cross-functional teamwork in a dynamic environment
Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team
Preferred
Master's Degree Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or related fields
Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, power supplies, etc.)
Experience with hardware definition and integration of chassis and/or thermal electronics
Experience with Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA)
Experience with electrical / electro-mechanical devices involving networked microcontrollers and embedded software
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.
Company
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