Product Development Engineer – Power Conversion, EVSE D&R

Ford Motor Company

. Own the design, release, packaging, and certification of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) for future BEV and PHEV/eREV programs .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) design, release, and testing, with a strong focus on quality documentation and compliance with electrical standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects in the automotive industry.

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Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) DesignElectrical Component Design and ReleaseQuality Documentation Development (DVP&R, DFMEA)CAD/CAE Methods ProficiencyFord WERS/FEDE/AIMS/GPDS Experience

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringCircuit Board DesignHigh Voltage Automotive SystemsElectric Vehicle SystemsDesign Change Requests (DCR)Worst-Case Circuit AnalysisProblem Solving Tools (6-Sigma, 8D)Component Design Specifications (CDS)BenchmarkingVehicle Launch Support

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsTeamworkOrganizational SkillsOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

CAD SoftwareCAE SoftwareQuality History DocumentationPPAP ElementsAIMS Resolution Tools

Industry Keywords

Electric VehiclesCharging SystemsHome Electrical CodeRegulatory ComplianceAutomotive Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the design, release, packaging, and certification of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) for future BEV and PHEV/eREV programs
Lead EVSE design, release, and testing for next-generation electrified vehicles
Lead packaging, enclosure, and appearance design with supplier partners, including necessary AAR
Coordinate features and deliverables with the Applications team
Release core components in FEDE BOM and WERS, and manage drawing/model updates from P-release through launch
Support change control and report program achievement deliverables
Manage Component Design Specifications (CDS) and Design Change Requests (DCR)
Participate in Design Reviews and Worst-Case Circuit Analysis
Coordinate interfaces with EDS and Onboard Power Conversion teams
Work with vehicle program and Applications teams to meet timing and product delivery
Support catalog and service part releases with Ford Customer Service Division and Energy Services
Manage quality foundation documents including Quality History, DFMEA, PFMEA, SCCAF, RCL/RDM, and DVP&R
Support supplier phased PPAP through visits and document review; review and approve PPAP elements
Support vehicle launch, vehicle, offboard, regulatory, homologation, and Trustmark testing
Support GPDS builds and AIMS resolution with suppliers
Evaluate electrical system engineering alternatives for cost, weight, packaging, quality, benchmarking, geometry, and function
Collaborate with multifunctional teams to identify compatible solutions for quality, cost, weight, and function
Work with Tier 1 suppliers, purchasing/STA, manufacturing, attribute teams, interfacing teams, and vehicle teams
Investigate production warranty issues and assembly plant returns/failures with suppliers
Drive containment, corrective actions, countermeasures, and prevention of recurrence
Lead technical design reviews and present component knowledge to managers, chief engineers, and directors
Lead benchmarking efforts and analyze EVSE architectures and features
Author DVMs and perform bench and on-vehicle testing to verify component and vehicle operation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related degree
3+ years of experience with electrical component design and release OR strong Ford Product Design and Release experience
Previous design and release experience through all program phases in related field
Working level knowledge of CAD/CAE methods
Experience with developing quality documentation (DVP&R, P-diagrams, DFMEAs etc.)
Experience with problem solving tools (6-Sigma, 8D, 3L5W, or similar)
Proactive, self-motivated, and attention to detail
Strong teamwork, organizational, oral communication, and written communication skills
Strong leadership skills, able to effectively interact with multiple internal and external stakeholders
Proven ability to handle multiple assignments with competing priorities
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) is an additional preferred qualification
Understanding of home electrical code requirements is an additional preferred qualification
5+ years of experience with electric vehicles and/or charging systems is an additional preferred qualification
5+ years of experience with circuit board design is an additional preferred qualification
Knowledge of high voltage automotive systems and electric and/or hybrid electric vehicle systems is an additional preferred qualification
Ability to coordinate CAD and CAE support is an additional preferred qualification
Experience in Ford WERS/FEDE/AIMS/GPDS/Integrator systems is an additional preferred qualification

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
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