PD Calibration Engineer

Job Description

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world — together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

As an Electric Motor Calibration Engineer, you will optimize propulsive electric motor calibrations for best torque, power, and efficiency. You will own the motor calibration development from unit level, into vehicle integration, and through vehicle launch. Your focus will be to meet your calibration targets while also supporting Driveability and NVH attribute requirements.

• Developing propulsive electric motor calibrations in support of EV, EREV, and Hybrid Vehicles
• Optimizing motor dynamometer data sets for motor efficiency, torque capability, and torque accuracy
• Creating motor dynamometer test plans to deliver calibration features on a maturity cadence
• Collaborating cross‑functionally with customers in Propulsive Vehicle Calibration, eDrive, and NVH
• Documenting program milestone data reports for technical management reviews

• Engineering propulsive electric motor calibrations in support of EV, EREV, and Hybrid Vehicles
• Developing comprehensive test plans and performing thorough testing to maximize functionality under various conditions
• Optimizing electric motor dynamometer data sets for efficiency, torque capability, and torque accuracy
• Collaborating cross‑functionally with customers in Hardware, Software, and Attribute Teams
• Documenting and communicating program milestone data in technical management reviews

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering degree.
• 1+ years of experience working with complex control strategies (C‑code, model‑based).
• 1+ years of experience working in electric motor, powertrain, or vehicle testing environments.
• Strong fundamentals and hands‑on experience with electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies, etc.)

• MS in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical).
• 2+ years experience in electric motor controls, electric motor and inverter design, or systems optimization.
• 1+ years experience with Software Tools such as ATI Vision, ETAS, MATLAB, Python, Git Hub.
• Proven experience delivering solutions to complex problems with minimal oversight.
• Highly collaborative mindset and strong communication skills.

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!

• 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.

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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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.