Diagnostic & Data Systems Engineer 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? Ford’s
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In this position... The Diagnostic & Data Systems Engineer leads the development and implementation of vehicle diagnostic strategies, leveraging connected vehicle data to ensure reliability, performance, and customer satisfaction in the era of electrification and automation.
What you'll do...Develop and implement diagnostic strategies and architectures for vehicle systems, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Apply systems engineering principles to design, allocate, and validate diagnostic features and data collection points.
Create diagnostic specifications, data flow diagrams, and troubleshooting guides for complex vehicle functions.
Review and improve diagnostic designs for cost, quality, and serviceability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to integrate advanced diagnostic technologies and analytics tools.
Analyze vehicle data to identify diagnostic gaps, optimize algorithms, and drive quality improvements.
Manage diagnostic issue triage, including DTCs, throughout the product lifecycle.
Develop and validate OBD monitors and diagnostic communication protocols (e.g., UDS, OBD-II, CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
Communicate diagnostic insights and resolutions to diverse audiences.
