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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. Ford’s Research and Advanced Engineering team takes new ideas from theory to reality. Every day, we develop advanced energy management and propulsion technologies, create cutting-edge materials and manufacturing processes, and curate world-class cabin experiences that redefine what it means to drive a Ford.Controls Research Engineer - Develop control systems for gasoline and hybrid powertrains and sub-systems, including Air, Fuel, Spark, EGR and aftertreatment. Model Predictive Control, Adaptive Control, Optimal Control) and signal processing techniques for new powertrain technologies and to improve existing control system performance and robustness. Develop models and simulations to support system characterization, control design, implementation and validation. Collect and analyze experimental engine and vehicle data. Implement algorithms into embedded controller code C language. Leverage software version control in clearcase, Git Hub.Requires a master’s or foreign equivalent degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering or a related engineering field.3 years of experience performing control design and modeling for mechanical or electrical systems (in lieu of a master’s degree, will accept a BS . in aforementioned fields and 5 years of experience as stated or PhD and 1 year of experience in aforementioned fields).3 years of experience performing control development and systems analysis with Matlab and Simulink (in lieu of a master’s degree, will accept a BS 5 years of experience or Ph.3 years of experience performing data analysis for mechanical or electrical systems (in lieu of a master’s degree, will accept a BS 5 years of experience or Ph.1 year of experience designing controls for and testing internal combustion engines and emissions (in lieu of a master’s degree, will accept a Ph.D. with related coursework and research projects).D. with related coursework and research projects).1 year of experience working with hybrid powertrain or related courseworkExperience working in cross functional teamsExperience presenting to stakeholders and managementExperience with HIL / SIL methodsExperience with engine calibration tools and rapid prototyping systemsWorking knowledge of “C” programming language and ability to code in “C” in embedded controllers.Experience may be, but need not be, acquired concurrentlyExperience leveraging AI methods for controls design and or software coding is a bonus.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.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.Perform vehicle and dynamometer based testing to collect required dataDevelop Vehicle and gasoline engine test plansPerform data analysisDevelop requirementsPerform system engineering analysis including identification of critical Nosie factorsDesign and execute test plans to evaluate controller robustness to noise factorsDesign control systems design to meet requirementsLeverage existing models or develop new models to establish system behavior and physicsImplement control system into embedded "C" softwareWork with HIL/SIL/MIL teams to test software and design ability to meet requirements.Perform version control of software releases in clear case and or GitHubDesign and set up experimental control systems for example D-Space, ATI "no-hooks", micro autobox, speedgoatSpecify instrumentation for experimental vehicle and dynamometer test set upsDevelop tools and documentation to aid calibration of new control system designsLeverage artificial intelligence to help achieve efficiency in designs and how work is performedPresentations to senior management and subject matter experts articulating designs and performance to requirementsFull timePosting Date: 2026-09-10