Mechatronics Engineer, Driveline & Transmission Subsystem

Ford Motor Company

. Execute cross-domain Mechatronics Subsystem integration across vehicle programs .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,600 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechatronics Subsystem Integration, with a strong focus on defining electro-mechanical requirements, subsystem electrical architectures, and facilitating software-hardware co-development. Proficient in managing cross-functional teams and delivering complex automotive systems from conception to launch.

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Mechatronics Subsystem IntegrationElectro-Mechanical Requirements DefinitionAutomotive Fuel Subsystems ExperienceJIRA ProficiencyMATLAB/Simulink Experience

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Hard Skills

Electro-Mechanical RequirementsSubsystem Electrical ArchitecturesBoundary DiagramsComponent Design Specification (CDS)In-Vehicle ArchitecturesCAN CommunicationLIN CommunicationEthernet Network CommunicationsMATLAB/SimulinkMathcad

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationContinuous Improvement Mindset

Tools & Technologies

JIRAFEDEJAMAFord Global Product Development System (GPDS)

Industry Keywords

Cross-Functional Team EnvironmentDesign and Release (D&R)Program ManagementProduct CoordinationIntegration/Test Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute cross-domain Mechatronics Subsystem integration across vehicle programs
Define electro-mechanical requirements and interfaces
Define subsystem electrical architectures, including hardware, software, electrotechnical requirements, and system performance specifications
Enable software-hardware co-development
Test and validate electro-mechanical subsystems
Apply standardized templates, mathematical models, and engineering frameworks to assigned vehicle programs
Decompose feature-level or system-level requests into synchronized mechanical, electrical, and software requirements
Interface with Feature, System, VHE Hardware, and CVS Software teams
Develop Subsystem Boundary Diagrams, Interface Control Documents, and Subsystem Electrical Block Diagrams
Lead vehicle build issue triage across Breadboard, HIL, and plant-floor environments
Investigate data logs, identify root causes, and define containment plans for cross-domain failures
Align Agile software sprints in Jira with Waterfall mechanical hardware timelines in GPDS
Coordinate subsystem timelines, risk mitigation plans, and integration readiness with D&R teams
Maintain traceability from feature intent to component execution
Develop subsystem-level verification and sign-off plans
Deliver boundary diagrams, CDS specifications, physical-to-electrical transfer-function models, integration readiness reviews, root-cause and containment plans, and verification/sign-off plans

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent
5+ years’ experience delivering products, systems, Design and Release, or features from conception to launch
3+ years of experience collaborating across competing engineering domains
3+ years of experience working in a cross-functional team environment
Experience bridging physical hardware limitations and software controls (Mechatronics)
3+ years’ automotive fuel subsystems experience
Experience with Ford Global Product Development System (GPDS) deliverables and timing
Proficiency in JIRA, FEDE and JAMA
Technical experience using VSEM, Boundary Diagrams, and Component Design Specification (CDS)
Experience with in-vehicle architectures and CAN, LIN, and Ethernet network communications
Experience with Component Design and Release (D&R), program management and planning, business strategy, and product coordination
Hands-on experience with MATLAB/Simulink or Mathcad
Prior experience as a Systems Engineer, Subsystem Lead, or Integration/Test Engineer on a major vehicle program
Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and 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