Partnerships Supervisor, Electrical Architecture

Ford Motor Company

. Identify, shape, and support strategic technical partnership opportunities .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeCampbellfield • AustraliaSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Electrical Engineering and Systems Engineering within the automotive sector, with a strong focus on electrical architecture, strategic partnerships, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to assess technical compatibility and lead discussions on vehicle electrical systems and integration.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering Degree10+ Years Systems Engineering ExperienceElectrical/Electronic Vehicle ArchitectureFunctional Safety FamiliarityStrategic Partnership Development

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringElectrical ArchitectureSystem IntegrationAnalytical SkillsDecision-Making Skills

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCollaborationStrategic ThinkingCommitment to QualityContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Ford ToolsetsElectric Vehicle Digital Design Applications

Industry Keywords

AutomotiveOEM PartnershipsTier 1 SuppliersCybersecurityFunctional Safety

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, shape, and support strategic technical partnership opportunities
Scout and evaluate potential partnerships with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and technology providers
Assess prospective partners’ technical fit and architectural compatibility with Ford’s electrical and electronic architecture capabilities and long-term strategic vision
Serve as the Electrical Architecture point of view owner in partnership discussions
Support ongoing partnership discussions with the Ford North America Product Alliances team, including inputs into key technical papers
Provide technical insight into vehicle electrical architectures, system integration, and future roadmap alignment within the IMG lens
Maintain strong working relationships with regional program teams, technology strategy team, and Electric Vehicle Digital Design application teams in the International Markets Group

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
10+ years of systems engineering experience within automotive or equivalent
Understanding of electrical/electronic vehicle architecture, distributed features, and system interfaces
Proven experience in the strategic space, leading cross-functional teams and applying systems-thinking, analytical, and decision-making skills
Familiarity with Functional Safety and Cybersecurity disciplines
Experience with various Ford and complimentary toolsets and processes
Must be legally authorised to work in Australia
Successful candidate must complete a pre-employment background and national police check
Beneficial to have a Masters degree with a major in Strategy or Entrepreneurship
A strategic thinker who communicates clearly, collaborates across technical disciplines, challenges assumptions, and is committed to product quality and continuous improvement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discounted lease car options
Multiple Employee Resource Groups – Ford Pride, Women of Ford and Ford Empowering Diverse Abilities
Flexible Work Arrangements
Growth and development opportunities via internal and external training
Paid parental leave from day 1
Comprehensive Employee Assist Program
Wellness Programs including Free Flu Vaccinations and Health Checks
Paid volunteer days