Feature System Engineer

Ford Motor Company

Feature Systems Engineer architecting and validating next-generation electric vehicle features at Ford. Integrating systems engineering, software, testing, safety, and quality across vehicle development.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,600 - $166,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Systems Engineering and Software Engineering within the automotive sector, focusing on vehicle electrical systems, feature development, and advanced testing methodologies. Proficient in MATLAB, Python, and BDD frameworks, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and communication across multifunctional teams.

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Systems EngineeringMATLAB SimulinkPython CodingDFMEA/Failure Mode AvoidanceBDD/Gherkin Testing

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringSoftware EngineeringElectrical Module DesignNetworkingWiringPower DistributionCAN ProtocolEthernet ProtocolTest AutomationSpecification Writing

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationAnalytical SkillsResilience Under PressureTraining Others

Tools & Technologies

MATLABSimulinkStateflowMagicDrawJAMAJiraGherkinBehaveGitGitHub

Industry Keywords

Automotive EngineeringFunctional SafetyCybersecuritySix Sigma DMAICSix Sigma DFSSV-ModelWarranty MetricsQuality DocumentationConnected DataSimulation Tools

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCyber SecurityPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect and develop vehicle features at the systems level from early concept through production, including feature upgrades and migrations
Define network, wiring, and power distribution topologies, schematics, and block diagrams while allocating features to cost, quality, and performance targets
Develop feature, functional, and implementation specifications, DFMEA/Failure Mode Avoidance documentation, verification plans, functional safety assessments, and cybersecurity assessments and mitigations
Use Python, C++, MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, and MagicDraw to define logical architectures, develop and execute control strategies, and validate logic through SiL testing
Develop and maintain BDD scripts using Gherkin, create and manage Behave step definitions in Python, and ensure requirement-to-test traceability with JAMA and Jira
Champion Failure Mode Avoidance/DFMEA workshops and apply Six Sigma DMAIC/DFSS principles
Analyze warranty and quality metrics, including GQRS and AWS, to drive design improvements
Collaborate with product, program, core engineering, multifunctional teams, and suppliers; lead trade-off discussions and identify technology and cost/quality opportunities
Communicate complex systems, issues, and resolutions clearly and apply connected data and analytics to build customer understanding
Serve as a key specialist in next-generation vehicle development, leading design, validation, and optimization of complex vehicle features

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
3+ years of experience in Systems Engineering and/or Software Engineering, preferably automotive
3+ years of experience with vehicle electrical systems/features, including electrical module design, networking, wiring, power distribution, body/chassis systems, and CAN and Ethernet protocols
3+ years of cross-functional collaboration resolving software/CAN communication issues and ability to work within Agile teams using Epics and Sagas
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
3+ years of advanced proficiency in MATLAB Simulink and strong Python coding skills for scripting and test automation
2+ years of experience with BDD/Gherkin testing frameworks and test automation workflows
3+ years of experience with the systems engineering V-model, DFMEA/Failure Mode Avoidance methodologies, quality documentation, and specification/requirements writing
3+ years of experience training others in simulation/robustness tools and identifying system gaps using data-driven approaches
3+ years of strong systems thinking and analytical skills, with excellent written/verbal communication and resilience under pressure
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available
Master's Degree in a relevant engineering field and 5+ years of automotive engineering experience are listed as additional qualifications
Additional preferred qualifications include Seat experience, full software lifecycle experience, electrical D&R/testing, functional safety, cybersecurity, Ford internal tools, AUTOSAR, and Git/GitHub

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 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