Advanced Gasoline Emissions Research Engineer

Ford Motor Company

Ford Research and Advanced Engineering engineer developing gasoline and hybrid powertrain controls. Designing diagnostics, models, testing, and embedded C implementations for emissions compliance.

Posted 9/11/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,600 - $192,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in control systems development for gasoline and hybrid powertrains, utilizing advanced control methods and signal processing techniques. Proficient in data analysis, system engineering, and embedded C programming for effective engine diagnostics and testing.

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Control Design and ModelingMatlab and SimulinkEmbedded C ProgrammingHIL/SIL MethodsEngine Calibration Tools

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Hard Skills

Control Systems DevelopmentSignal Processing TechniquesData AnalysisSystem Engineering AnalysisModel Predictive ControlAdaptive ControlOptimal ControlExperimental DesignCalibration Tools DevelopmentTesting Internal Combustion Engines

Soft Skills

Cross Functional Team CollaborationStakeholder Presentation

Tools & Technologies

D-SpaceATI No-HooksMicroAutoBoxSpeedgoatClearCaseGitHub

Industry Keywords

Gasoline PowertrainsHybrid PowertrainsOBD RegulationExperimental Vehicle TestingEmissions Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Spark

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop control systems for gasoline and hybrid powertrains and subsystems, including Air, Fuel, Spark, EGR and aftertreatment
Employ advanced control methods such as Model Predictive Control, Adaptive Control and Optimal Control
Apply signal processing techniques to new powertrain technologies and existing control systems
Develop models and simulations for system characterization, control design, implementation and validation
Develop engine diagnostics for OBD regulation
Collect and analyze experimental engine and vehicle data
Design experiments and test plans to validate engine control systems
Perform vehicle and dynamometer-based testing
Develop vehicle and gasoline engine test plans
Develop requirements and perform system engineering analysis
Identify critical noise factors and evaluate controller robustness
Implement control systems in embedded C software
Work with HIL/SIL/MIL teams to test software and requirements compliance
Manage software releases using ClearCase and GitHub
Design and set up experimental control systems using systems such as D-Space, ATI no-hooks, MicroAutoBox and Speedgoat
Specify instrumentation for experimental vehicle and dynamometer test setups
Develop calibration tools and documentation
Leverage artificial intelligence to improve design efficiency and work processes
Present designs and performance against requirements to senior management and subject matter experts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Requires a master’s or foreign equivalent degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering or a related engineering field
3 years of experience performing control design and modeling for mechanical or electrical systems, or accepted degree/experience alternatives
3 years of experience performing control development and systems analysis with Matlab and Simulink, or accepted degree/experience alternatives
3 years of experience performing data analysis for mechanical or electrical systems, or accepted degree/experience alternatives
1 year of experience designing controls for and testing internal combustion engines and emissions, or accepted degree/experience alternatives
1 year of experience applying advanced signal processing techniques, or accepted degree/experience alternatives
1 year of experience working with hybrid powertrain or related coursework
Experience working in cross functional teams
Experience presenting to stakeholders and management
Experience with HIL / SIL methods
Experience with engine calibration tools and rapid prototyping systems
Working knowledge of C programming language and ability to code in C in embedded controllers
Experience may be acquired concurrently
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

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