Range and Performance Test Engineer

Ford Motor Company

Range and Performance Test Engineer at Ford focusing on EV performance testing. Collaborate on vehicle dynamics and efficiency to meet ambitious targets.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeLong Beach • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vehicle performance testing, particularly for electric vehicles, with a strong focus on data analysis, regulatory compliance, and instrumentation for high-fidelity data acquisition. Proficient in developing and executing test procedures while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance powertrain efficiency and performance.

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Vehicle Performance TestingData Analysis (Python, MATLAB)Hub And Chassis Dynamometer ManagementISO/IEC 17025 ComplianceRegulatory Range Certification (EPA, WLTP)

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Hard Skills

Vehicle Performance TestingData Analysis (Python, MATLAB)Torque/Efficiency CharacterizationRoad Load ModelingGradeability TestingTowing Performance TestingInstrumentation InstallationData AcquisitionSimulation Tools (CarSim, GT-Suite, AVL)Thermal Derating Strategies

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Hub DynosChassis DynosClimatic ChambersData Acquisition Systems (Vector, ATI, DEWESoft)

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Automotive EngineeringMaster’s Degree in Engineering (Preferred)ISO/IEC 17025 Certification

Industry Keywords

Electric Vehicle (EV)Powertrain PhysicsRegulatory Compliance40CFR1066UNECE R154 (WLTP)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and execute vehicle testing for acceleration, power delivery, gradeability, and towing across various temperatures, SOC, and loading conditions
Contribute to the final design and commissioning of best-in-class test cells (chassis dyno, hub dynos, climatic chambers) and develop internal standards for EV range & performance testing
Create SOPs for lab operations in accordance to ISO/IEC 17025 for dyno calibrations/ maintenance and vehicle operations
Lead validation across chassis/hub dynos and on-road environments
Support global range and energy efficiency development & certification testing for regulatory labeling across international markets
Own test procedures for hub and chassis dynos, including grade simulations, towing mass/drag modeling. Specify dyno requirements for torque capacity, inertia simulation, and cooling
Direct precise instrumentation of test vehicles, including the installation of torque transducers, thermocouples, voltage/current measurements, & other instrumentation to ensure high-fidelity data acquisition for integrity and traceability
Analyze large datasets to extract powertrain efficiency maps and provide correlation studies on physics-based models to diagnose discrepancies between simulation and real-world results
Drive collaboration with powertrain, controls, and thermal teams to provide test-driven feedback on motor/inverter calibration, torque limits, thermal derating, and aero trade studies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
5+ years of experience in vehicle performance or range testing (EV experience highly preferred)
Deep hands-on experience operating and managing Hub and Chassis dynamometers including direct experience with ISO/IEC 17025 and understanding of 40CFR1066 and UNECE R154 (WLTP)
Strong technical understanding of EV powertrain physics, torque/efficiency characterization, and road load modeling (coastdown testing)
Proven experience executing gradeability and towing performance testing
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Python or MATLAB for processing complex vehicle datasets.
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Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field
Expertise in regulatory range certification procedures (EPA, WLTP, GTR)
Experience with thermal derating, protection strategies, and high-voltage EV safety practices
Familiarity with vehicle simulation tools (CarSim, GT-Suite, AVL) and data acquisition systems (Vector, ATI, DEWESoft)
Prior involvement in test lab build-out or dyno hardware specification.

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.