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Ford Global Career Site • Dearborn, Michigan, United States
Role & seniority: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Verification & Validation Application Engineer; mid-to-senior level (salary grades 6–8).
MATLAB/Simulink; CAN, CANFD, Autosar, Auto-Ethernet
Vector CANape, CANalyzer; dSPACE Controls Desk
Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Model-in-the-Loop (MIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SIL)
General ADAS testing methods, vehicle systems (radars, cameras, lidars, ultrasonic)
Systems engineering methods; data collection/analysis
Define vehicle-level acceptance criteria for ADAS features; lead or support verification plans and methods
Collaborate with global partners, cascade system requirements, and lead sign-off on ADAS features for vehicle programs
Plan and execute real-world, HIL/virtual testing; perform root-cause analysis with internal/external teams; develop verification/calibration studies
BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
Experience developing ADAS features using radar, cameras, lidar, ultrasonic sensors; familiarity with actuators/control systems
Strong communication, project management, and ability to work independently and in teams
MS in engineering or related field; Systems Engineering experience
Robotic verification/testing; electromechanical troubleshooting; differential GPS
Experience with automotive interfaces (CAN, CANFD, Autosar, Auto-Ethernet); tools (Vector C
In this position... Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Verification & Validation Application Engineer and focuses on ensuring the feature delivers the expectations of the customer. You will develop and implement feature requirements and specifications (including functional safety) for features like adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, cross traffic alert, pro trailer features, advanced lighting, and 360 camera systems at a system and sub-system level and validate them according to the systems engineering model. As an Application Engineer, you will collaborate with research engineers, user experience teams, designers, hardware and software developers to define, develop, and verify the customer-facing attributes and performance capabilities of ADAS features. You will also develop new verification methods and work with vehicle, hardware-in-the-loop, model-in-the-loop and other advanced testing methodologies to validate your feature.
What you'll do... Define and document the vehicle-level acceptance criteria for ADAS features Lead / support the development of verification plans and verification methods Collaborate with global functional partners to meet system and vehicle level performance requirements Cascade system-level requirements to functional partners Lead/support the development and sign-off of ADAS features on vehicle programs Support feature calibration studies to satisfy vehicle-level performance requirements Develop MATLAB and CAN tools for data collection and analysis Identify opportunities to utilize HiL and CAE methods for feature calibration and performance verification Plan and execute real-world evaluations of ADAS features via vehicle/HIL/virtual testing and identify system problems and issues Support and coordinate root-cause analysis with internal functions and external suppliers to ensure delivered system achieves feature requirements Benchmark competitors and monitor public domain requirements You'll have...
Experience using typical automotive interfaces: CAN, CANFD, Autosar, Auto-Ethernet, etc. Experience using Vector CANape, CANalyzer and dSPACE Controls Desk or similar tools Experience with Matlab/Simulink Experience in verification techniques (design verification methods, vehicle data acquisition/analysis) Experience with virtual validation methods (HIL/MIL/SIL) Strong leadership skills, passion for quality, passion to improve customer satisfaction Good communications and project management skills Strong oral & written skills Ability to work both independently and take initiative when necessary Strong teamwork & interpersonal 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.
This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 .
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP2 Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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