Project Control Engineer, Integration

Ford Motor Company

Project Control and Integration Engineer driving Powertrain Controls for Ford’s electrified products. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage software deliverables and program milestones.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $74,300 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Vehicle-Level Integration and Commissioning, with a strong focus on Powertrain Software Applications and Design Verification processes. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex vehicle controls issues and effectively communicate technical information across diverse teams.

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Vehicle-Level IntegrationPowertrain Software Applications EngineeringDesign Verification Plan and Report (DVP&R)Calibration and Diagnostic ToolsetsAgile Methodology

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Hard Skills

TroubleshootingDebuggingDesign VerificationFailure Mode AnalysisEmbedded Software Code Understanding

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsSelf-Motivated

Tools & Technologies

ATI VisionCANalyzerPTDIAGEOL ToolsJira

Industry Keywords

High Voltage SystemsLow Voltage SystemsBreadboard Test PlansEngineering Milestone ReviewsPTEC Controls Integration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Vehicle-Level Integration & Commissioning
Lead the physical commissioning process for prototype vehicles (both High Voltage and Low Voltage systems), breadboards, and dynos.
Develop and maintain comprehensive Vehicle and Breadboard Test Plans for each vehicle application.
Perform high-level Function Design Verification, analyze testing results, and develop DVP&R (Design Verification Plan and Report) as needed.
Drive Software & Program Delivery
Serve as the Powertrain Software Applications Engineer, ensuring seamless integration of powertrain software across various platforms.
Drive powertrain controls commonality across diverse vehicle applications.
Maintain Lead requirement signoff to secure official program signoffs.
Track and report progress on program deliverables, updating status in the Global Integrator.
Lead preparation and assessments for critical Engineering milestone reviews (FDJ, PEC, FEC).
Hands-On Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
Lead deep-dive troubleshooting efforts for vehicle controls issues, bringing in supporting teams as needed to resolve complex issues.
Own the investigation, root cause analysis, and permanent corrective action (PCA) process for xEV and traditional controls-related concerns.
Collaborate, Present & Plan
Represent the PTEC team at program and launch meetings, capturing and communicating key timing and program changes.
Support timing and vehicle studies for both existing and next-generation vehicle programs.
Develop and deliver technical presentations for PTEC Controls Integration to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education: Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Computer Science, or a related field).
Vehicle Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting and debugging physical vehicles.
Software Literacy: 2+ years of experience in roles requiring a strong understanding of embedded software code
Calibration Tools: 2+ years of experience with calibration and diagnostic toolsets (e.g., ATI Vision, CANalyzer, PTDIAG, EOL tools, or equivalent major automotive tools).
Quality & Validation: 2+ years of experience with Design Verification (DV) and the Failure Mode Analysis (FMA) processes.
Agile Methodology: 1+ years of experience working in a Scaled Agile framework utilizing Jira.
Outstanding interpersonal skills with a proven track record of successfully interfacing cross-functionally across multiple engineering disciplines
Exceptional communication skills and a self-motivated drive to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously.

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 and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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.