Power Electronics Control Engineer

2 days ago


Dearborn, MI, United States Ford Motor Company Full time

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

In this position...

The Electrified System Engineering Power Electronics Controls Engineer will be responsible for the design, implementation, and validation of control strategies used in non-motive power conversion modules (DC/DC converter, AC onboard charger etc.).

This position entails working collaboratively with Ford internal and external teams including Hardware, Software, D&R, Validation, and power electronics suppliers to design / develop components that meets corporate requirements, specifications, and customer needs. The selected candidate will be part of a team that will drive future product development and deliver industry-first features in the growing field of vehicle electrification

What you'll do...

  • Responsible for the design and optimization of the modulation and control algorithms for various power conversion modules, including bi-directional onboard chargers and DC/DC converters for all operating modes and conditions.

  • Develop novel control strategies to improve system performance, robustness, and costs through extensive modeling and HIL simulation.

  • Work closely with systems, hardware, software, and test engineers on the team to plan, implement and validate the control strategies.

  • Work with power conversion module suppliers to ensure and help improve the stability and performance of their control strategies.

  • Investigate and troubleshoot system faults and errors.

  • Connect with focus groups and forums to stay at the forefront of technological advancements to keep the team abreast of the latest control techniques.

You'll have...

  • Master degree in Electrical Engineering

  • 3+ years of relevant experience in power converter control design and development

  • Deep understanding of various high-power conversion topologies (PFC, CLLC and DAB DC/DC etc.), including their operation principles and switching/commutation details.

  • Solid circuit and system-level modeling and simulation skills with common tools, such as PLECS and Simulink.

  • Strong communicator, able to effectively present to technical audiences.

  • Team player working in a diverse group in a dynamic, fast paced environment.

  • Self-starting with solid follow-through and multitasking abilities; able to work with limited supervision.

Even better, you may have...

  • PhD degree in Electrical Engineering

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in power converter control design and development

  • Experience in simulation, design and testing with HIL.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

  • 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.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here (https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1)

This position is a range of salary grades 6 - 8 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DP1

Requisition ID : 55451



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