Senior Thermal Integration Engineer

22 hours ago


Palo Alto, California, United States Ford Motor Company Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Thermal Integration Engineer to join our team at Ford Motor Company. As a key member of our Electric Vehicle Digital Design (EVDD) team, you will be responsible for developing and integrating thermal systems for our next-generation electric vehicles.

Your primary focus will be on designing, implementing, and testing HVAC hardware and firmware to meet Ford's standards for safety and customer experience. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive and comprehensive system design, requirements, and interfaces.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead HVAC sub-system integration by developing, executing, and reporting on integration test plans for hardware components and firmware features.
  • Work cross-functionally among mechanical, electrical, software, and system architecture aspects to ensure a cohesive system design.
  • Define and test software requirements for HVAC components, system functions, and customer features.
  • Develop validation strategies for these features, working with validation teams to ensure test coverage.
  • Develop prototype test setups to integrate new subsystems with simulated and actual vehicle components.
  • Dig into data and source code to identify and debug issues at the component and system levels, proposing and leading implementation of robust solutions.
  • Lead and manage integration of initial prototype systems, including bring-up, debug, and engineering test of alpha- and beta-phase prototype vehicles.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's / Master's degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated ability to keep multiple projects moving forward in parallel.
  • Thorough understanding of mechanical and electrical fundamentals and ability to apply them to automotive concepts.
  • Experience with electrical / electro-mechanical devices involving networked microcontrollers and embedded software.
  • Proven debugging and diagnostic skills in electrical, mechanical, and software domains.
  • Strong comprehension of embedded software development languages (C/C++).
Preferred Requirements
  • Experience with Python.
  • Experience with CAN / LIN / Ethernet & associated software tools.
  • Experience with Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA).
  • Knowledge of thermal physics principles and fluid dynamics.
What We Offer

As a member of the Ford family, you'll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous PTO, retirement, savings, and stock investment plans, incentive compensation, and much more. You'll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, we would love to have you join us.



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