Propulsion Domain Hardware Sub-System Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Develop optimized sensor subsystem functionality to improve sensor accuracy and consistency and support functional and emissions compliance .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in sensor subsystem development, calibration, and verification, with a strong foundation in electrical and mechanical engineering principles. Proficient in data acquisition, analysis, and hands-on testing to ensure compliance and performance optimization.

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Sensor Subsystem DevelopmentData Acquisition ToolsMatlab Data Post-ProcessingFMEA and Validation TestingMicroprocessor Software Development

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Hard Skills

Sensor CalibrationSubsystem VerificationData AnalysisVehicle TestingMicroprocessor DesignEmissions ComplianceRobustness StudiesInstrumentation DevelopmentContinuous Flight RecordersExhaust Sensor Systems

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCollaborative SkillsPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

OscilloscopesCAN InterfacesCalibration Tool InterfacesCustom Microprocessors

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

FMEAP-DiagramValidation TestingLEV4 Exhaust SensorsLIN-Based Coolant Level SensorsSENT Sensor Subsystems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop optimized sensor subsystem functionality to improve sensor accuracy and consistency and support functional and emissions compliance
Lead robustness studies into subsystem capability across the vehicle fleet and full useful vehicle life
Support the Calibration technical community in reviewing future sensor implementation and ensuring proper function
Develop requirements for development hardware interfacing with new sensors
Implement instrumentation for special test vehicles and define special monitoring using continuous flight recorders
Develop special testing hardware based on microprocessor and development board designs, including associated software
Lead the Feature Expert List for sensor calibration values used in production vehicles
Develop gasoline LEV4 exhaust sensor subsystems, focusing on sensor and subsystem life aging and accuracy improvements
Lead studies of improved exhaust system designs for optimal emissions and sensor availability
Support LIN-based coolant level sensors
Lead oil level subsystem verification
Support SENT sensor subsystem verification
Benchmark competitors on key exhaust-sensor system attributes
Support sensor-level problem-solving investigations on pre-production and production vehicles
Lead system-level robustness documentation on exhaust sensors with core design and release engineers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
BS Engineering degree required
Electrical engineering with strong mechanical understanding, or Mechanical engineering background with strong electrical understanding preferred
Experience and capability to work with data acquisition tools such as oscilloscopes, CAN interfaces, calibration tool interfaces, and custom microprocessors
Experience and expertise in post-processing data in Matlab or equivalent tools
Experience with microprocessor software and software development
Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments with proper prioritization
Hands-on dyno and vehicle testing experience combined with detailed analytical analysis of gathered data
Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills
Visa sponsorship is not available
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Detailed experience in FMEA, P-diagram, and validation testing preferred

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 childcare
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time