Power Supply Component Engineer

Ford Motor Company

Power Supply Component Engineer designing and validating alternators and BISG systems for Ford vehicles. Driving supplier quality, functional safety, root-cause resolution, and program delivery for electrified powertrains.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,600 - $144,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing technical requirements and specifications for alternators and Belt Integrated Starter Generators (BiSG), with a strong focus on root cause analysis, quality assurance, and compliance with ASIL principles. Proven ability to manage projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and apply Six Sigma methodologies to enhance product performance and reliability.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Electrical Engineering5+ Years Experience With Alternators And BiSGRoot Cause Analysis And Corrective Actions8D And Six Sigma Quality ToolsFamiliarity With LIN And CAN Communication

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Hard Skills

Technical Requirements DevelopmentComponent Specifications WritingRoot Cause AnalysisFMEA And Risk AssessmentElectrical Load Requirements TranslationPerformance BenchmarkingSupplier DV/PV Test PlansComponent Design And ReleaseThermal ManagementMechanical Durability

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilitiesProblem-Solving SkillsProject ManagementEffective Task PrioritizationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

FEDEJamaGPDSJiraAutomotive Power Distribution Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Green Belt CertificationBlack Belt Certification

Industry Keywords

Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL)Local Interconnect Network (LIN)Controller Area Network (CAN)AlternatorsBelt Integrated Starter Generators (BiSG)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, own and author technical requirements, design specifications, validation plans and device transmittals for alternators and Belt Starter Generators (BISG)
Translate vehicle-level performance, packaging, and electrical load requirements into component-level specifications
Identify and mitigate critical failure modes
Define and maintain targets for output performance, efficiency, NVH, thermal management, and mechanical durability
Lead root-cause analysis for design, warranty, and manufacturing issues using 8D and Six Sigma principles
Coordinate with quality, manufacturing, and supplier engineering teams to resolve quality issues and prevent failures
Collaborate with suppliers to evaluate emerging alternator/BISG technologies and ensure design, manufacturing, and quality standards
Conduct competitive benchmarking and teardown analysis of alternator and BISG systems
Apply ASIL principles to the low voltage power supply system
Own component delivery and meet GPDS program timing milestones
Develop and execute supplier DV/PV test plans
Lead recovery plans for supplier DV/PV failures and containment actions
Review supplier SREA submissions for design, manufacturing, and material changes
Support supplier sourcing through engineering evaluations and hardware teardowns

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
Experience with Local Interconnect Network (LIN) and Controller Area Network (CAN) communication
5+ years of experience with alternators and Belt Integrated Starter Generators (BiSG)
Experience writing detailed component specifications
Experience with root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
Familiarity with functional safety concepts, including Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL)
5+ years of experience in component design and release highly desired
Master’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or a related field is an additional qualification
Strong understanding and practical application of 8D and Six Sigma quality tools; Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred
Experience with vehicle electrical architecture and automotive power distribution systems
Familiarity with Ford engineering processes and tools, including FEDE, Jama, GPDS, and Jira
Experience conducting FMEA and other risk assessment techniques
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize tasks effectively
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 and 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