Product Development Engineer - Power Electronics HW Design

In this position...

The Electrified Propulsion Engineering Power Electronics Hardware Design Engineer will be responsible for the hardware design, implementation, and validation of non-motive power conversion modules (AC onboard chargers, DC/DC converters, DC/AC inverters). 

This position entails working collaboratively with Ford internal and external teams including Software, D&R, Validation, and power electronics suppliers to design / develop components that meets corporate requirements, specifications, and customer needs. The selected candidate will be part of a team that will drive future product development and deliver industry-first features in the growing field of vehicle electrification.

What you'll do...

• Responsible for topology selection, circuit design and optimization of various power conversion modules, including bi-directional onboard chargers and DC/DC converters for all operating modes and conditions. 

• Select critical components including WBG MOSFETs, magnetics and capacitors for improved system performance, robustness, and costs

• Work closely with systems, control, software, and test engineers on the team to plan, implement and validate the hardware design.
• Ensure designs meet safety and regulatory standards for automotive systems
• Work with power conversion module suppliers to ensure and help improve the robustness and performance of their hardware design.

• Provide support to resolve customer concerns, investigate and troubleshoot system faults and errors.

• Connect with focus groups and forums to stay at the forefront of technological advancements to keep the team abreast of the latest power conversion topologies and devices.