Power Controls Technical Expert

Power Controls Technical Expert Dearborn, MI, United States (Hybrid) Be the First to Apply Job Description Power Controls Technical Expert 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. Come build what matters. Ford's Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company's vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. You'll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, staying focused on only what matters, and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. In this position... This role leads the definition, development, validation, and sign‑off of vehicle‑level power control strategies for PowerNet 1+, future architectures, and next‑generation platforms, supporting ICE, FHEV, PHEV, and EV applications. The expert will drive robust system behavior, influence architecture decisions, resolve complex quality issues, and mentor engineering talent across the organization. The position requires deep technical expertise in power management controls, system requirements, diagnostics, validation, and functional safety, with strong influence across hardware, software, and vehicle integration teams Responsibilities What you'll do... Key Responsibilities 1. Power Controls & Strategy Leadership Lead global development, strategy definition, and technical sign‑off for PowerNet control strategies (PowerNet 1.0, PowerNet 1+ and beyond) across ICE, FHEV, PHEV, and EV vehicle variants, including L3 production support. Own and influence vehicle‑level power control behavior, including load management, multiple power sources, voltage regulation, and energy prioritization strategies. Provide technical leadership and guidance on power supply system architecture from a controls, calibration, and software behavior perspective. Define and review control logic designs and calibrations, proactively identifying potential failure modes, bugs, and improvement opportunities early in development. 2. System Development & Validation Serve as the technical authority for Power Control system requirements, test methods, and validation strategy. Author and approve system requirements and Design Verification Methods (DVMs) for in‑vehicle and Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) validation. Lead formal technical sign‑off of critical system parameters, including voltage setpoints, voltage drop limits, and power quality requirements. Develop and maintain robust diagnostic strategies addressing system interactions, component failures, wiring faults, and abnormal operating conditions. Provide technical support for emissions and homologation testing, including software updates and controls enhancements related to power management. Identify, propose, and lead Technical Value Management (TVM) initiatives for cost optimization (e.g., sensor content reduction), from feasibility assessment through execution. 3. Quality, Reliability & Problem Resolution Lead investigation, root cause analysis, and resolution of complex system‑level quality issues, field concerns, and recalls related to power supply and control systems. Ensure voltage quality and power availability to safety‑critical systems (e.g., EPAS, EBB) under all operating conditions. Develop and execute proactive robustness actions to prevent future quality and warranty issues. Interface closely with Functional Safety teams to support delivery of ASIL‑rated PowerNet solutions. Lead warranty investigations, define test plans, and provide expert interpretation of test results to determine true root cause. 4. Documentation, Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and training to junior and mid‑level engineers. Create, update, and continuously improve engineering manuals, standards, and best‑practice documentation related to Power Supply Calibrations and control strategies. Act as a go‑to technical expert and key resource for PowerNet knowledge across programs and organizations. Qualifications You'll have... Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical field. or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. 10+ years of progressive experience in automotive electrical power systems, power electronics, and control system development. Even better, you may have.. . Master's degree in a relevant discipline, demonstrating advanced technical depth in power systems and controls. Proven expertise in vehicle electrical architectures, including voltage regulation, load management, and power distribution. Hands‑on experience developing power control strategies across ICE, FHEV, PHEV, and EV platforms. Deep experience in control logic design, development, and calibration for automotive power supply systems. Strong background in system requirements definition, DVM authoring, and validation, including HIL and in‑vehicle testing. Extensive experience leading root cause analysis, field issues resolution, and warranty investigations; familiarity with 8D methodologies. Practical working knowledge of Functional Safety (ISO 26262) principles. Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership and mentorship, influencing teams without direct authority 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 leadership level 6 and ranges from $132,800-$250,800. 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. 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 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-JS1 Apply Now Job Info Job Identification 62377 Job Category PD Operations and Quality Posting Date 04/24/2026, 03:44 PM Degree Level Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Job Schedule Full time Locations 1555 Fairlane Dr, Allen Park, MI, 48101, US (Hybrid) Preferred Degree Master of Engineering Remote No © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors Legend Jobs at a location Group of locations © MapTiler © OpenStreetMap contributors | © Oracle Corporation Terms Legal Notices Use control and scroll to zoom the map Use two fingers to move the map 1555 Fairlane Dr, Allen Park, MI, 48101, US Copy to Clipboard Similar Jobs Technical Supervisor - Power Controls Dearborn, MI, United States (Hybrid) Posted on 04/24/2026 Be the First to Apply We are seeking a Power Controls Technical Supervisor to lead a team of engineers responsible for the development, validation, optimization, and quality of vehicle PowerNet control systems.

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