Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Electrical / Electronics Engineer

Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Electrical / Electronics Engineer

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The Ford Electrified Systems Engineering team is looking for a Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Systems Engineer to design and maintain current and future HIL battery simulators that serve as testbeds for Battery Management System (BMS) software validation. You will work in a team environment to deliver HIL battery simulator testbeds on time with efficiency and quality.

As a HIL Systems Engineer, you will develop expertise in electric and hybrid vehicle high voltage traction battery fundamentals, gain knowledge in vehicle electrical and communication architectures, and become familiar with Ford's Global Product Development System.

Collaborate closely with HIL Hardware Engineers, HIL software engineers, electrical technologists, suppliers, BMS Systems Engineers, BMS Software Developers, and Test Engineers to develop a strong understanding of vehicle functions and implement appropriate design strategies for new features and updates.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of battery HIL simulator functions and requirements.
• Design, implement, validate, and document MATLAB / Simulink models for interfacing to HIL system hardware and communication networks (CAN, CAN-FD, LIN).
• Build, validate, and document HIL I / O circuits and wiring harnesses to interface HIL simulator to electronic control units and subsystem sensors and actuators.
• Commission HIL system to achieve full system level functionality to satisfy BMS.
• Test scripts, automation, and user interfaces for HIL system.
• Maintain HIL system operation with updates to interface models, system hardware, user interfaces, and test automation as required.
• Investigate and resolve any HIL related issues in a timely manner.
• Train and support HIL users and customers with any HIL related activities.

Qualifications

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Benefits

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This position is a range of salary grades 6 - 8.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location.

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