Engine Control System Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Design and implement embedded engine controls and diagnostic monitors within powertrain control module software .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesJunior💰 $115,000 - $192,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing embedded engine controls and diagnostic monitors, with a strong focus on C programming, validation methods, and compliance with ISO 26262 functional safety requirements. Proficient in managing vehicle powertrain configurations and utilizing model-based design processes.

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Embedded Control Software DevelopmentC ProgrammingMATLAB, Simulink, and StateflowISO 26262 Functional SafetyOBD Regulations Compliance

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Hard Skills

C ProgrammingEmbedded Control SoftwareValidation Plans ExecutionC-Code Control AlgorithmsUnit TestingData AnalysisTroubleshootingSimulationDiagnostic MonitorsRequirements Traceability

Tools & Technologies

MATLABSimulinkStateflowEmbedded CoderCeedling/UnityPolyspaceMISRA CATI VisionINCAClearCase

Industry Keywords

Powertrain Control ModuleGasoline EnginesDiesel EnginesHEVBEVExhaust AftertreatmentHeat TransferHardware-in-the-LoopSoftware CalibrationReal-Time Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonUnity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement embedded engine controls and diagnostic monitors within powertrain control module software
Capture and maintain requirements for vehicle control features
Document changes using Ford's model-based design process and tools
Create and execute validation plans using simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and in-vehicle resources
Manage configuration and complexity across vehicle programs and powerpacks
Maintain compatibility and commonality across Gas, Diesel, HEV, and BEV powerpack configurations
Develop and validate C-code control algorithms for functional, emissions, performance, and ISO 26262 functional safety requirements
Apply unit testing, SIL, MIL, and HIL validation methods
Troubleshoot vehicle and powertrain fuel-path functional and diagnostic issues
Determine and validate corrective actions through data analysis, vehicle testing, and simulation
Maintain software descriptions, calibration guides, release notes, and requirements traceability

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering field
At least 1 year of experience writing software in C
Experience writing embedded control software for vehicles or other real-time systems
Experience with MATLAB, Simulink and Stateflow, including generating C code with Embedded Coder
Knowledge of gasoline engines, exhaust aftertreatment or heat transfer
Experience with OBD regulations and building diagnostic monitors
Experience with unit test frameworks such as Ceedling/Unity and static analysis tools such as Polyspace and MISRA C
Experience with ATI Vision, INCA or similar calibration and data-logging tools
Experience with ClearCase, Git or another version control system
Experience writing Python scripts
Candidates 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
Employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time