HIL Software Validation Engineer

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In this position...

The Ford Core Vehicle Controls Software team is looking for a Validation Engineer to have the responsibility for validating propulsive controls. You will join a team, with the opportunity to develop robust verification methods, write automated test scripts (Python), support test execution, and demonstrate results through data analysis and reporting.

You will test Ford's latest powertrain control strategies in-vehicle and/or in a Hardware-In-the-Loop (HIL) environment. This is an exciting and challenging environment as Ford Motor Company keeps growing the amount of development and validation using analytical methods.

What you'll do...

• What you will be able to do

• Perform Software Validation testing, analysis, and reporting for production software on either HIL or in vehicle

• Report issues using automated reporting systems such as JIRA

• Store and retain documents and test records according to established Ford guidelines

• Implement new or updated design verification methods (DVMs) into the validation process

• Develop automated validation methods using Python and MATLAB

• Maintain test scripts in the version control system

You'll have...

• Bachelor's Degree

• 3+ years' experience in automotive embedded systems software

• Solid understanding of CAN networks and OBD systems and demonstrated ability to utilize CAN and diagnostics tools (CANalyzer, PTDiag, etc.)

• Understanding of calibration methodologies and demonstrated ability to utilize calibration tools (ATI Vision and ETAS INCA)

• Understanding of Module Hardware/Software Architectures (PCM, HCM, TCM, BCM, Satellite processors - ABS, SJB...)

• Must have a valid driver's license

Even better, you may have...

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field

• Valid Ford Tier II certification or ability to attain it

• Must be capable of performing normal driving procedures on public roads in various conditions and in all Ford produced vehicles

• Solid understanding of vehicle structure, subsystems, and components (GAS, HEV and BEV)

• Familiar with module emulators and interfaces (M5, M6, A7, A8, etk, xetk)

• Understanding of testing methodologies and ability to utilize test equipment (multi meter, scope, logic analyzer, etc.)

• Debug of complex vehicle systems (both software and hardware)

• Good understanding of bench testing environments and capabilities

• Understanding of the software build and release process

• Experience with Python, Visual Basic, C/C++, JIRA, CFX, ECUTest

• Technical writing and data presentation skills helpful

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 salary grade 8 and ranges from $115,000 - $192,900.

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.

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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