ADAS Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Lead the design and development of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $100,672 - $184,351 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) design and development, with a strong focus on control algorithms, model-based design processes, and performance analysis using Matlab and Simulink. Proficient in integrating and testing ADAS features while adhering to regulatory protocols and robustness metrics.

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Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)Control Algorithms DevelopmentMatlab and SimulinkModel-Based Design ProcessesADAS Feature Testing and Integration

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Hard Skills

Control AlgorithmsMatlabSimulinkC++CAPLADAS Feature CalibrationData AnalysisRobotic Test Equipment OperationModel-in-the-Loop DevelopmentFeature Specifications Development

Tools & Technologies

CANalyzerADAS ECUDiagnostic ToolsVehicle CAN

Industry Keywords

Automotive EngineeringElectric EngineeringMechanical EngineeringNHTSAIIHSEuNCAPAEB MOUFMEAsDVPCollision Avoidance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and development of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
Develop new control algorithms for feature functions and interfaces using Matlab and Simulink
Lead model-based design processes to ensure feature software meets robustness metrics
Support integration of Pre-Collision Assist, Automatic Emergency Braking, and other ADAS features in the ADAS ECU
Lead Model-in-the-Loop development for Pre-Collision Assist and other ADAS features
Analyze feature-function performance using feature test inputs in the Simulink Model-in-the-Loop environment
Support development of feature specifications, FMEAs, robustness disciplines, and DVP

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Automotive Engineering, Electric Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
2 years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation
2 years of experience utilizing radar, camera, or LIDAR performance and integration with ADAS features
2 years of experience developing and conducting laboratory and vehicle tests of ADAS features
2 years of experience collecting and analyzing ADAS sensing systems data using CANalyzer or similar tools
2 years of experience root-causing feature and sensing issues using collected data
2 years of experience operating robotic test equipment for collision avoidance validation and controlling host and target path trajectory
2 years of experience using in-vehicle ADAS feature calibration for collision avoidance regulatory protocols, including NHTSA, IIHS, EuNCAP, or AEB MOU
2 years of experience performing end-to-end feature interface and diagnostic checks with vehicle CAN and OEM diagnostic tools and software
1 year of experience developing or testing software for embedded hardware
1 year of experience developing feature function and control algorithms in Matlab and Simulink
1 year of experience using Model Based Design processes for software component test vector coverage
1 year of experience running Matlab and Simulink simulations for signal coverage and functional validation
1 year of experience writing code with Matlab and C++
1 year of experience using CAPL
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care
Parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time