HV Battery Software Controls Expert

Job Description

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Candidate will work closely with BMS SW supervisors, Control Architecture, BMS Hardware, HIL testing and HIL development supervisors to ensure the timely and quality delivery of the BMS production software for multiple electrified vehicle programs.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

Primary subject matter expert on cell and battery control system algorithms and techniques, including production implementation. Work closely with internal and R&A teams to identify strategic development gaps, guiding research and actively engaged in definition and execution

Hands-on subject matter expert involved in electrified system development, AC and DC charging, contactor controls, BMIC measurement & fault system while understanding impact to cells.

Develop & Cascade software requirements and style guides. Work closely with HV Battery Electronics Controls Technical Expert to progress state of the art designs

Lead root cause analysis of BMS issues in development and post launch

Develop training material and grow the controls / software knowledge base of the engineering team

Lead peer-review process of models, ensure compliance to design guidelines & best practices

Support resolution of HV battery controller issues

Train SW engineers and provide constructive feedback and coaching

Qualifications

You'll have...

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Minimum 6 years hands-on experience with HV battery management systems controls including

Charging related algorithms including AC and DC Fast Charging, Bi-directional Power Transfer

Battery control SOX algorithms development

Advanced knowledge in Electrified System / Module interactions as well as battery internal component controls (such as contactors, current sensor, thermistor, pressure sensor, and fuses)

Expert ability in developing models, working in Matlab & Simulink environments

Demonstrated product delivery and problem-solving skills

Cradle-to-grave battery controls delivery experience

Proven go to resource for difficult software / strategy issues; able to quickly and effectively apply technical and quality process knowledge to drive issues to robust closure

Extensive experience in engineering document development and cascades

Successful authoring and publication of engineering component specifications

Able educator and mentor to engineering community - demonstrated experience delivering technical training classes / lunch & learn, etc.

Familiar with different SW standards and process, includes but not limited to AutoSAR, ISO26262, and ASPICE.

Strong oral and written communications skills, with ability to present to higher levels of management

Even better, you may have...

Master or above in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience

Working knowledge of power electronic hardware and controls.

Strong research capability, able to engage with R&A team and guide advanced developments

Team player with capability working with cross functionally

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like : will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including :

• 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.

This position is a leadership level 6.

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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