Restraints Electronics Module Development Engineer

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.In this position... Product Development Engineer to support current and future Ford vehicle models responsible for the design and release and program application work for Passive Safety Electronics, Restraints Control Module and Crash sensors. Closely work with full-service suppliers to release hardware, software and calibration on time with highest quality. You'll have...Bachelor’s degree in engineering3+ years of experience in automotive industry1+ year of experience with product developmentEven better, you may have...Strong understanding and application of engineering subject areas (e.g. engineering specifications, design validation, failure mode analysis, 8D, six sigma, etc.)Highly motivated, extremely proactive, substantial attention to detailExcellent team skillsAbility to quickly learn the job (with mentoring from others)Ability to clearly and concisely communicate and interact with others, both oral and writtenAbility to work with many activities and champion issue resolutionKnowledgeable in using AI tools, software coding and analyzingUnderstanding of circuit design and worst-case circuit analysisKnowledgeable about signal transfer and mechanical-electrical interfacesExperience in Passive safety systems, Event Data RecorderCAD packaging experience and/or experience in 3DX, CATIA and Team CenterOperational knowledge of desktop productivity and CAD softwareDetailed understanding of vehicle electrical systems and electrical design/development processFamiliar with CAN networking tools, diagnostic protocols and trouble shootingKnowledgeable about safety targets, deployable devices and safety functionalityUnderstanding of production processesUnderstanding/experience with the design and development of automotive electrical featuresYou 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 coverageFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid 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 salary grade 7 and ranges from $99,600-$166,600.Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DP1 What you'll do...Responsible for the Design and Release and Program Application work for Passive Safety Electronics system.Stay in sync with Program cost, weight, quality, performance and timing targetsEnsure components are accurately packaged for each vehicle applicationUnderstand and apply Global Product Development System processFamiliar with Ford processes (e.g. WERS, IVS, FEDE, JFROG, VSEM, JIRA, etc.)Follow Robustness Engineering Disciplines (e.g. Quality History, P-Diagram, FMEA, etc.)Apply Six-Sigma, 3L5W and 8D issue resolution processesConduct Design Validation at the breadboard, HIL, bench simulation and in vehicleSign off on Compliance Demonstration Plan and ReportSupport the Sourcing Process (e.g. investment, piece price, tooling cost reviews, etc.)Follow the Technical Design Review processRelease parts through the product life cycleSupport Change Control meetingsAudit and update Bill of Material with accurate part levels and usage, for all builds and post Job 1Be aware of Worldwide Engineering changes and proceed accordinglyIdentify validation, durability and functional test requirementsDefine and verify engineering prototype requirements at part levelParts implementation/sign-off in assembly plant and assistance with quality issues in all MilestonesReview/manage program direction letter revisions and proceed accordingly if affectedSupport prototype and vehicle launchProvide technical assistance to supplier through the supplier engagement processParticipate in core activities based on skills, knowledge and desireFull timePosting Date: 2026-08-07