eDrive Controller – Electronics Core Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop requirements for electric drive system controllers .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,600 - $192,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical and electronics design, with a strong focus on inverter controller and gate drive circuit design, testing, and validation. Proficient in using EDA/simulation tools and conducting root cause analysis to ensure product quality and performance.

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Electrical Engineering DegreeInverter Controller DesignCircuit Testing and TroubleshootingPower Electronics Circuit DesignRoot Cause Analysis

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Hard Skills

Electrical DesignCircuit DesignPower ElectronicsMicroprocessor-Based ControlWorst-Case Circuit AnalysisDFMEA/DFSSAutomotive ElectronicsEMC FundamentalsGate Drive Circuit DesignSMPS Design

Soft Skills

TeamworkCollaborationSelf-MotivatedOwnershipCommunication

Tools & Technologies

CadenceMatlabSpiceSaberElectrical Test EquipmentHardware-in-the-LoopHigh Voltage LabMotor DynoEMC TestingInverter Benchmarking

Industry Keywords

Electric Drive SystemInverterGate Drive BoardEMIFault ToleranceDiagnosticsField IssuesDesign ProcessSMD Passive ComponentsLogic IC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate cross-functionally to develop requirements for electric drive system controllers
Design and validate inverter controller and gate drive board circuits, schematics, and layouts
Develop circuit function verification methods and conduct testing and troubleshooting
Test gate drive circuits and optimize design parameters to reduce EMI and improve fault tolerance, protection, and diagnostics
Perform root cause analysis for field issues
Support low-level software development for the controller's microprocessor
Support Hardware-in-the-Loop, High Voltage Lab, Motor Dyno, vehicle, and EMC testing
Support inverter benchmarking activities, including in-depth analysis of controller and gate drive circuits
Present findings and progress to cross-functional teams and leadership
Ensure product quality throughout the entire design process

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field or a combination of education and equivalent experience
3+ years of experience in Electrical and/or electronics design
3+ years of experience with hands-on or EDA/simulation tools such as Cadence, Matlab, Spice, or Saber
PhD in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics preferred
Familiarity with analog and digital circuit design and microprocessor-based control circuits
Knowledge of power devices, Logic IC, high-side/low-side drivers, and SMD passive components
Experience with power electronics circuit design, including SMPS and gate drive circuit design
5+ years of hands-on experience using electrical test and rework equipment preferred
Knowledge or experience of worst-case circuit analysis
Knowledge or experience of power inverters and motor control
Knowledge of DFMEA/DFSS and accelerated life testing
Knowledge of G8D for root cause analysis
Knowledge or experience with automotive electronics and EMC fundamentals
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Self-motivated, eager to take ownership, and able to deliver results with minimal direction
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments
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