About the role

Lead development and integration of power supply hardware modules for Ford’s electric vehicles. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust design execution and timely product delivery.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership: Own end-to-end execution of DCDC hardware module programs, from design and validation through production release and launch.
Technical Oversight: Work closely with suppliers and Ford Systems team to ensure robust design and integration of DCDC power electronics, Ultra Capacitors, and Li-Ion energy storage modules. Lead technical design reviews and have in depth knowledge of power electronics HW modules designs.
Cross-Functional Coordination: Drive alignment between hardware design, software, system integration, validation, purchasing, and manufacturing teams to ensure delivery of targets at program timing milestones.
Project Planning & Execution: Develop detailed project schedules, manage critical paths, and lead risk mitigation to ensure quality and timing targets are met per Ford Global Product Development System.
Supplier & Stakeholder Management: Lead team of 4 sourcing of 1st tier supplier. Interface with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure program deliverables (specifications, prototypes, testing, and documentation) are achieved by plan.
Issue Resolution: Proactively identify, track, and resolve engineering and program risks through structured problem-solving.
Launch Support: Ensure readiness for production launch, including validation sign-offs, DFMEA/PFMEA completion, and quality documentation.
Reporting: Provide regular program status updates to leadership, including design maturity, testing progress, open issues, and risk assessments.

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or Mechatronics or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Experience in power electronics systems and components, DCDC converters, ultracapacitors, or Li-Ion battery interface modules.
Strong technical understanding of DCDC converter topologies, energy modules, and automotive power electronics development processes.
2+ years of experience in engineering program or project management for hardware or power electronics modules (DCDC converters, ECUs, or similar).
Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams through complex hardware development cycles.
Experience with automotive product development lifecycle (from concept through SOP).
Familiarity with DFMEA, validation testing, APQP, and PPAP processes.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
**Even better, you may have...**
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or Mechatronics.
Knowledge of functional safety (ISO 26262) or electrical safety standards.
Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Jira, or equivalent).
Ability to manage multiple programs and deliver within tight deadlines.
PMP certification or formal project management training is a plus.

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 and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
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.