ADAS Applications Design and Release Engineer

Ford Motor Company

ADAS Applications Design and Release Engineer at Ford working on advanced mobility projects. Analyzing data, managing ECU integrations, and collaborating with teams to deliver impactful solutions.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $93,642 - $184,350 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join the Ford Product Development team analyzing data and identifying root causes of issues
Work with innovative and exciting technologies in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility
Deliver breakthrough products and services that delight customers
Participate in system definition and program setup including Bill of Material, Work planning
Ensure compliance with Program cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing targets
Release parts through the product life cycle
Support Change Control meetings and Audit Bill of Material post Job 1
Provide technical assistance to suppliers through the Supplier Engagement Process and manage issue resolution
Lead vehicle integration of electronic control units (ECU) and ADAS sensors and manage related hardware and software design and release activities
Collaborate in regular meetings with automotive suppliers and track alignment on sourcing processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field
3 years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation
3 years of experience with vehicle integration of electronic control unit (ECU) and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) sensors (RGB cameras, Interior Monitoring cameras, infrared cameras, ultrasonic sensors, or radars)
3 years of experience managing sensor and ECU hardware and software design and release activities through the product life-cycle
3 years of experience managing Bill of Material (BOM) for ECU and sensors, including Change Control
3 years of experience utilizing Teamcenter CAD tool to review ADAS sensor packaging in vehicle and to perform CAD sign-off
3 years of experience utilizing methodologies, 8-D and Three-legged 5-Why, and mobilizing multiple engineering teams for root cause analysis
3 years of experience supporting automotive supplier Sourcing Process to ensure alignment on ED&T, Tooling, and Piece Price associated with ADAS ECU and sensor hardware or software
3 years of experience applying Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) and Robustness Engineering disciplines: Change Point Analysis (CPA), Quality History, and P-Diagram
3 years of experience collaborating with automotive supplier to lead regular Vehicle Program meetings, visit manufacturing locations, and manage issue resolution
1 year of experience utilizing CAN networking tools to obtain ADAS component diagnostics and to update ECU software.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage**
Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more**
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**
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day**
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Electronic Control Unit (ECU) ManagementADAS Sensor IntegrationHardware and Software DesignChange Control ManagementRoot Cause Analysis MethodologiesQuality History AnalysisP-Diagram ApplicationChange Point Analysis (CPA)CAN Networking ToolsProduct Life Cycle Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunicationLeadershipIssue Resolution