Low Voltage Power Supply Architecture Simulation ...

Job DescriptionWe 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?In this position...At Ford, we are driving the future of automotive innovation, and our Low Voltage Power Net Architecture team is at the forefront of this transformation. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Engineer with an automotive CAE background to join our dynamic team.The Opportunity: In this critical role, you will be a key contributor to the development and release of advanced power supply architectures across all Ford vehicle platforms. Your primary focus will be on creating, enhancing, and utilizing sophisticated simulation environments for these complex electrical systems. You will bridge the gap between theoretical design and real-world performance, ensuring the integrity, efficiency, and safety of our low voltage power supply architectures before they ever reach physical prototypes. This position offers the chance to apply cutting-edge CAE techniques to drive innovation in automotive power management.ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...Develop Power Supply simulation environment: Develop a simulation environment for power supply architectures on 12V and 48V including power supply components and required vehicle interfaces in an automotive development process.Component modeling: Integrate component models of power sources and energy storage into the electrical system model. This supplier specific models need to represent electrical, thermal and aging behavior.System model verification: Coordinate a structured verification process for the power supply model on component and system test bench level. Iterate hardware test results into the model environment to optimize results.Power Net verification by CAE: Verify power net architectures with respect to sizing, electrical functionality, and power supply safety concepts in this CAE environment.Interface: Interface with power supply controls organization to ensure a smooth integration of 12V and 48V power net controls into the simulation environment.Support the component engineers and their suppliers in developing and verifying powerful component models.Support the integration of the power net model into a vehicle simulation environment.QualificationsYou'll have...A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.Experience with low voltage power supplyExperience with automotive CAE processes3+ years of experience with sizing and verification of automotive electrical systemsDemonstrated experience in Matlab/Simulink and Simscape.Capability to utilize AI tools and methods in the CAE processEven better, you may have...Master's degree or Ph.D. in one of the aforementioned engineering fields.5+ years of experience with vehicle electrical architecture and automotive power distribution systems on 12V and 48V.5+ years of experience in modeling 12V and 48V electrical systemsFamiliarity with Ford engineering processes and tools, such as: Ford Engineering Design Environment (FEDE), Jama, Global Product Development System (GPDS), Jira.Experience with sizing and verification processes of automotive electrical systems.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively liaise between internal and external stakeholders.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.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 range of salary grades 6 - 8 and ranges from $83,280 - $190,500.For more information on salary and benefits, click hereVisa 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 1-888-336-0660.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

Created: 2026-04-02