ADAS Design and Release Engineer

Ford Motor Company

ADAS engineer leading sensor design, release, and vehicle integration for Ford’s safer-driving technologies. Supporting hardware, software, validation, sourcing, and production launches.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $68,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Design and Release processes for ADAS components, with a strong focus on engineering specifications, failure mode analysis, and compliance with automotive development standards. Proficient in managing hardware releases and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency in product development.

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Design And Release Of E/E ComponentsAutomotive Component Development ToolsCAD Packaging ExperienceTeamcenter PLMFailure Mode Analysis

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Hard Skills

Engineering SpecificationsSystems EngineeringDesign Validation8D Problem SolvingSix SigmaDFMEADVP&RSCAAFBOM ManagementADAS Technologies

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsLeadership SkillsProject Management Skills

Tools & Technologies

Teamcenter PLMCAD Software

Industry Keywords

Automotive EngineeringFunctional SafetyTotal Vehicle ManagementValidation TestingDurability Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Design and Release work for ADAS components per the Global Product Development System process on various vehicle programs
Provide cost-efficient, quality parts on time and maintain component-specific robustness quality documentation, including DFMEA, DVP&R, and SCAAF
Support sourcing, including investment, piece price, and tooling cost reviews
Prepare sourcing documents, engineering specifications, and system and component requirements
Manage and execute hardware releases for prototype, production, and service
Lead Failure Mode Avoidance and Functional Safety analyses
Conduct Technical Design Reviews with Ford core activities and supplier engineering
Submit E/E information such as Design Transmittals, specifications, and electrical diagrams
Support Vehicle Operations in determining assembly and testing processes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure specification compliance and effective decision-making
Complete BOM, integration and packaging, parts release, requirements compliance, Engineering Signoff, and other program deliverables
Analyze data, identify root causes, develop corrective actions, and troubleshoot hardware, software, and packaging issues
Support prototype and vehicle launches, including travel as needed
Identify required validation, durability, and functional testing
Support warranty reduction, improvements, and Total Vehicle Management activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field of study
1+ years of experience in Design and Release of E/E components
1+ years of experience with Automotive Component or Subsystem Product Development tools and processes
1+ years of CAD packaging experience
Experience with Teamcenter PLM for releasing engineering drawings and managing BOMs
Strong understanding and application of engineering disciplines, including engineering specifications, systems engineering, design validation, failure mode analysis, 8D, and Six Sigma
Ability to clearly and concisely communicate and interact with others, orally and in writing
Motivation to bring new technologies from concept to production in a short time period
Ability to travel as necessary
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field of study (preferred)
3+ years of experience in Design and Release of E/E components (preferred)
3+ years of experience with Automotive Component or Subsystem Product Development tools and processes (preferred)
3+ years of CAD packaging experience (preferred)
Experience with ADAS technologies such as camera, radar, lidar, ultrasonic, and domain controller (preferred)
Strong understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and component design principles (preferred)
Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time
Visa sponsorship available