Ford Racing Electrical Systems Engineer

Job-ID: 71592Category: PD Operations and QualityLocation: Allen Park, MI, United StatesWorkplace: HybridSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-11-02The Ford Racing Electrical Team is seeking an independent, empowered and passionate Electrical Systems Engineer to lead pre-design / design / launch of current and future Ford Racing vehicle programs.QualificationsYou'll have...BS Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)2- 5+ years experience in automotive electrical systemsUnderstanding of GPDS deliverables and basic Ford engineering tools (FEDE BOM / WERS / Bill of Material / AIMS / JIRA / 5/8Ds / FEDE DVP / Engineering Sign Off / DFMEA / Six Sigma)Experience launching new vehiclesAbility to handle complex tasks and complicated situations under compressed timingOutstanding planning, organizational and project management skills with accurate follow-up to accomplish multiple objectivesFord OS Behaviors with proven ability to drive and deliver resultsEffective written and oral presentation skillsAbility to build strong effective relationships with multi-functional teams (Program, Studio, Purchasing, Core Body Engineering, VE, VI, VO)Passion for performance vehicles is desirableExperience with CAN tools, Module Software flashing, CAN network troubleshooting, Bus Queries, CAN log and data collection, Vehicle configuration (VSCS)Even better, if you have...Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical EngineeringPassion for performance vehiclesExperience with CAN tools, module software flashing, CAN network troubleshooting, bus queries, and CAN log and data collectionExperience with vehicle configuration (VSCS)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 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 serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900., This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.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.Internal applicants: moving into this role may result in an adjustment to your current compensation based on the posted pay range for this role, taking into consideration your qualifications and other relevant factors.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 with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid#FR1 #LI-DH1 ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...Responsible for design and development of Ford Racing specific electrical contentCoordinate technical design reviews between component and EDS engineers to ensure system integrity in the design phaseResponsible for surveying Engineers for components that have electrical interfaces and ensure those device transmittals are populated into VSEM to support EDS wiring developmentBuild DV Requirements for system level electrical functions and perform validation testing to ensure product complianceSupport BOM sign offs for pre-production build eventsRepresent the electrical team on evaluation drivesRoot cause and fix electrical issues on vehicles as they ariseSupport offsite vehicle level DV testingSupport breadboard activities by configuring, updating, and root causing electrical modules and systemsOnsight support for vehicle builds at the assembly plant, representing the Electrical teamLead FSS (Full Service Suppliers) and/or other internal/external resources to deliver subject programsLead development of system designs that support vehicle performance targetsAssure conformance to the Ford Racing DNA all applicable Ford & regulatory requirementsDevelop innovative solutions for performance vehiclesSupport supplier sourcing processes and FMA activitiesHandle deliverables to support program & engineering GPDS breakthroughsFEDE BOM / WERS / Bill of Material / AIMS / JIRA / 5/8Ds / FEDE DVP / Engineering Sign Off / QUIP / eCATs / IVS