Responsible for the specification, design, development, and validation of on-board power conversion modules.
Act as the subject matter expert of vehicle installed power converters and provide technical guidance to D&R, test, and systems engineers on the team.
Develop and ensure robust interface with vehicle and accessory modules.
Lead design reviews and worst‑case circuit analysis.
Develop and work with supplier and Ford approved test lab to execute EMC test plan.
Develop a solution that meets regional standards and code compliance including IEC, GBT, UL and CE standards from IEEE, and others.
Ensure design meets functional safety standards.
Provide hardware support to resolve user concerns, investigate and troubleshoot system faults and errors.
Stay connected with focus groups and forums to stay at the forefront of technology advancements to keep the team abreast of the latest technological solutions.
Domestic and International Travel Required up to 10%.
Requirements
Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Power Electronics, Electrical and Computer Engineering or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
2 years of experience with each of the following skills is required:
Use of various power converter topologies AC/DC, DC/DC, or DC/AC.
Hardware circuit simulation and component selection.
Use of characteristics of magnetics and high‑power semiconductor switching devices, including SiC and GaN.
Use of the thermal and EMC challenges of high‑power converter design.
Use of various power converter‑related safety and performance standards and code compliance including IEC, IEEE, UL and SAE.
Write test plans and conduct lab tests for high‑power converter performance verification and debugging.
Conduct failure analysis using tools including 8D and work with suppliers to resolve product quality issues.