Electrical Systems Integration Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Design and develop Ford Performance-specific electrical content .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeAllen Park • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in automotive electrical systems, including design, validation testing, and troubleshooting. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex engineering projects while ensuring compliance with Ford and regulatory standards.

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Automotive Electrical SystemsGPDS DeliverablesCAN Tools and TroubleshootingProject Management SkillsElectrical Design Development

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringValidation TestingSystem Design DevelopmentBOM ManagementDFMEASix SigmaModule Software FlashingDiagnostic Engineering ToolData LoggerVehicle Configuration

Soft Skills

Planning SkillsOrganizational SkillsEffective CommunicationRelationship BuildingLeadership Behaviors

Tools & Technologies

FEDE BOMWERSAIMSJIRA5/8DsFEDE DVPEngineering Sign OffMyCanicVSCSVSEM

Industry Keywords

High-Performance VehiclesMotorsport ProgramsElectrical Device TransmittalVehicle Systems EngineeringFord Racing DNA

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop Ford Performance-specific electrical content
Coordinate technical design reviews between component and EDS engineers to ensure system integrity
Survey engineers for components with electrical interfaces and populate device transmittals into VSEM to support EDS wiring development
Build DV requirements for system-level electrical functions and perform validation testing
Support BOM sign-offs for pre-production build events
Represent the electrical team on evaluation drives
Root-cause and fix electrical issues on vehicles
Support offsite vehicle-level DV testing
Configure, update, and root-cause electrical modules and systems during breadboard activities
Provide onsite support for vehicle builds at the assembly plant
Lead Full Service Suppliers and other internal/external resources
Lead system design development supporting vehicle performance targets
Ensure conformance to Ford Racing DNA and applicable Ford and regulatory requirements
Develop innovative solutions for performance vehicles
Support supplier sourcing processes and FMA activities
Handle program and engineering GPDS deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent); Master degree preferred
5+ years experience in automotive electrical systems
Understanding of GPDS deliverables and basic Ford engineering tools (FEDE BOM / WERS / Bill of Material / AIMS / JIRA / 5/8Ds / FEDE DVP / Engineering Sign Off / DFMEA / Six Sigma)
Experience launching new vehicles
Ability to handle complex tasks and complicated situations under compressed timing
Outstanding planning, organizational and project management skills with accurate follow-up to accomplish multiple objectives
Strong One Ford Leadership Behaviors with proven ability to drive and deliver results
Effective written and oral presentation skills
Ability to build strong effective relationships with multi-functional teams (Program, Studio, Purchasing, Core Body Engineering, VE, VI, VO)
Experience with CAN tools, module software flashing, CAN network troubleshooting, bus queries, CAN log and data collection, Diagnostic Engineering Tool, MyCanic, Data Logger, and vehicle configuration (VSCS)
Hands-on experience with CAN bus tools beyond basic troubleshooting, with ability to independently debug intermittent network faults
Prior experience with VSEM or similar electrical device transmittal/vehicle systems engineering management tools
Background in high-performance or motorsport vehicle programs is advantageous
Must be 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
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
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