Job Description
As a member of Ford's Advanced Networking Group, the Hardware Engineer will be
responsible for ensuring signal integrity in in-vehicle communication
networks. The Advanced Networking Group plays a crucial role in identifying
and developing optimal in-vehicle communication networks for Ford's next-
generation electrical architecture. This involves integrating new network
technologies, enhancing the performance of existing ones, and maintaining
electrical robustness for automotive applications. The group is tasked with
creating network requirement specifications and design verification documents
spanning from OSI model's layer 1 (hardware) to layer 2. These
specifications are utilized by Product Development teams across all vehicle
programs. Additionally, the group ensures the accurate implementation of in-
vehicle communication networks through comprehensive design reviews,
simulations, measurements, and proof of concept.
Responsibilities
What you'll be able to do:
Reviewing automotive communication network interfaces, including PCB
components, layout, cables, connectors, etc., to ensure compliance with
industry standards and automotive requirements for Signal Integrity (SI)
and EMI/EMC.
Conducting signal integrity simulations to detect and address potential
issues and performing measurements for validation and correlation.
Collaborating with product development teams - Electromagnetic
compatibility (EMC), Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS), and
Vehicle validation to seamlessly integrate signal integrity throughout the
product development lifecycle.
Developing design verification test methods to guarantee robustness and
performance.
Leading problem-solving activities for signal integrity functional
failures in prototypes and production vehicles.
Providing technical guidance, feasibility assessments, alternative
solutions, and oversight for in-vehicle network implementations to product
development teams.
Driving the development of industry standards to reduce component costs,
automate testing, and address common automotive industry challenges in
collaboration with industry experts.
Establishing strong relationships with chip, cable, and connector vendors
to evaluate emerging technologies.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements:
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent technical field.
3+ years of experience in designing hardware circuits (digital and analog
electronics, such as microcontrollers, transceivers, filters, ESD
protection, etc.) for automotive applications.
3+ years of experience in reviewing schematics and PCB layout design for
SI and EMC/EMI validation.
Proficient in lab testing and characterization using equipment such as
Oscilloscopes, Vector Network Analyzer, Time Domain Reflectometer, and
circuit board rework station.
Solid understanding of industry standard interfaces (e.g., CAN, LIN,
SerDes, PCI, and Ethernet).
Proficient in transmission line theory, s-parameters, bit error rate
testing, crosstalk, characteristic impedance, eye diagrams, and time-
domain analysis.
Preferred requirements:
Master's degree in electrical engineering.
5+ years of experience in designing high-speed digital circuits.
5+ years of experience with SI simulation tools.
5+ years of experience with EMC/EMI and regulatory requirements for
automotive components.
Experience in designing, modeling, and characterizing high-speed network
interfaces.
In-depth knowledge of transmission line and electromagnetic theory.
Proficiency in PCB designer tools (e.g., Altium) and circuit simulation
tools (e.g., LTSpice).
Experience with automotive networking hardware, network structures, data
transmission rates, network configuration, and networking protocols.
Experience in capturing and writing requirements specifications.
Experience with vehicle diagnostic tools for troubleshooting, analyzing,
and resolving vehicle network issues.
Experience collaborating with Automotive Standards organizations like
IEEE, SAE, ASA, Open Alliance.
Self-starter attitude: Willing to take on assignments with general goals
and collaborate within a team to achieve them.
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 builderor all of the above? No matter what you
choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
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
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
https: // fordcareers.co/GSR-HTHD
This position has a range of salary grades SG5 - SG8
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 committed to a culturally diverse
workforce. 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.
More Information on Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company operates in the Automotive industry. The company is located
in Dearborn, MI and Palo Alto, CA. Ford Motor Company was founded in 1903. It
has 175633 total employees. It offers perks and benefits such as Flexible
Spending Account (FSA), Disability insurance, Dental insurance, Vision
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