Ford Pro · 15 hours ago
Power Electronics Research Engineer
2101 Village Rd, Dearborn, MI, 48124, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$114K/yr - $190K/yr
3+ years expFord Pro is a division of Ford focused on advancing engineering and innovation. They are seeking a Power Electronics Research Engineer to lead the analysis, simulation, and measurement of high-frequency signals in Low Voltage and High Voltage systems, playing a crucial role in the development of custom silicon solutions for electrified vehicles.
AutomotiveFleet ManagementSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Strategic Roadmap Development: Lead the definition of long-term technology roadmaps for Power Management ICs (PMIC) and Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASIC), specifically tailored for traction inverters and gate drive applications
Custom Silicon Definition: Define technical specifications and architectural requirements for custom SoC and ASIC solutions, focusing on the integration of sensing, protection, and control functions into mixed-signal silicon
System-in-Package (SiP) Integration: Drive the transition from discrete components to SiP solutions to minimize parasitic inductance and optimize the commutation loop for Wide Bandgap (SiC/GaN) devices
BCD Process Evaluation: Evaluate and select appropriate Bipolar-CMOS-DMOS (BCD) process technologies for high-voltage gate drivers and mixed-signal control circuits
Supply Chain & Foundry Interaction: Lead technical engagement with semiconductor foundries and Tier-1 suppliers; conduct "Make vs. Buy" analyses for analog and mixed-signal designs to ensure supply chain resilience and cost optimization
Next-Gen Converter Design: Design power electronic converters for electrified vehicles, integrating advanced filtering solutions with power modules, busbars, and PCBs
EMI & Filter Optimization: Identify topology and design Common Mode (CM) and Differential Mode (DM) inductive chokes and decoupling capacitors. Build circuit models to estimate frequency generation and propagation in LV/HV circuits
Noise Modeling: Perform modeling and laboratory verification of noise coupling mechanisms between HV power stages and LV gate drive/control PCBs
Interconnect Design: Design HV busbars and DC-link layouts to integrate seamlessly with passive filters and power modules, mitigating EMI cross-talk
System Integration: Interact with system design, semiconductor, and gate drive experts to meet requirements for high voltage, high , and large gate drive operations
Technical Leadership: Support interaction with inverter control experts, low-voltage circuit designers, and electric machine specialists to ensure cohesive system architecture
Communication: Effectively communicate strategic directions and technical results by writing technical reports, invention disclosures, and presenting executive summaries to management
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power electronics, mixed-signal IC design, or semiconductor packaging
3+ years of research or industry experience in architectural design of power electronic systems or PMIC/ASIC design
3+ years of research or industry experience in developing specifications for analog/mixed-signal ICs in automotive or high-power applications
Expertise in circuit parameter extraction and transfer functions from CAD models
Proficiency in Double Pulse Test (DPT) procedures to quantify semiconductor switching noise and map propagation paths
Experience designing filters, chokes, and snubbers to attenuate noise in electric drive systems
Expertise in high-speed time-domain and frequency-domain signal acquisition (oscilloscopes, network/spectrum analyzers)
Knowledge of PCB design and layout for prototyping high-power filter designs
Preferred
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
Strong understanding of SoC and SiP trends, including 2.5D/3D packaging and their impact on thermal and electrical performance
Knowledge of BCD process technologies and how they apply to high-voltage gate driver and transceiver design
Familiarity with the semiconductor manufacturing flow (fab, assembly, test) and IC design cycles (RTL to GDSII flow awareness)
Familiarity with ISO 26262 functional safety requirements as they pertain to PMIC and ASIC architecture (ASIL ratings)
Software Proficiency: MATLAB, PLECS, Simplorer, SPICE, Fusion 360, Altium, KiCAD
Experience with EDA tools (Cadence, Mentor Graphics, Synopsys), FPGA prototyping, and the Siemens IC portfolio
Deep understanding of automotive requirements, including AEC-Q100 qualification standards
Knowledge of high-voltage systems and high-temperature circuit design for integration with power semiconductor packaging
Experience in material/capital purchasing and utilizing project management tools to track silicon development lifecycles
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
Ford Pro
Ford Pro is a productivity accelerator designed to drive the business forward, delivering solutions to commercial customers of all sizes.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Frick
Interim Head
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