Product Development Engineer, Audio Control Module

Ford Motor Company

Product Development Engineer designing and validating Ford automotive audio controllers and amplifiers. Integrating audio systems into electric vehicles and managing supplier product launches.

Posted 9/3/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $68,300 - $192,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and validating automotive audio systems, including amplifiers and tuners, while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Proficient in utilizing automotive communication protocols and simulation tools to ensure optimal performance and integration within vehicle systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Automotive Audio Amplifier DevelopmentIntegration of Amplifiers into Vehicle SystemsKnowledge of CAN and A2B ProtocolsExperience with Agile MethodologiesProficiency in Python for Simulation and Analysis

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Hard Skills

Audio Signal ProcessingAcoustic Measurement TechniquesDesign FMEATesting ProtocolsValidation Results DocumentationProject ManagementIssue ResolutionSoftware DeliveryProduction ValidationDevelopment Tools

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluenceCANoeSimulation Tools

Industry Keywords

Automotive Audio SystemsHigh-Performance TunersAudio ControllersSupplier ManagementContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define technical specifications, design, develop, and validate high-performance automotive AM, FM, HD, SiriusXM, and DAB tuners and audio controllers from concept through production
Collaborate with hardware engineers, software developers, suppliers, and other internal and external stakeholders to integrate audio controller solutions into vehicle systems
Integrate audio controllers with other vehicle systems to ensure compatibility and optimal performance
Manage suppliers through product design and release, including commercial kickoff, project timing, change control, platform readiness, DV, build support, issue resolution, software delivery, Production Validation, and post-launch product support
Perform initial audio system issue triage using CAN tools for launching and forward models, focusing on externally supplied ECUs and DSP amplifiers
Develop engineering documentation including system specifications, standards, Design FMEA, reliability methods, testing protocols, and validation results
Conduct testing and validation to ensure audio controllers meet performance and operational standards
Collaborate with audio technology subject matter experts and provide corporate support for competitive assessments, troubleshooting, program delivery, and continuous improvement
Monitor advancements in audio technologies, automotive audio trends, and software development techniques to drive innovation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
1+ year of experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of automotive audio amplifiers
1+ year of experience with product development methodologies, including Agile, and development tools like Jira and Confluence
1+ year of experience integrating amplifiers into vehicle systems
Knowledge of automotive communication protocols such as CAN and A2B and associated tools such as CANoe
1+ year of experience using simulation and analysis tools for amplifier development and evaluation, including Python
Solid understanding of audio signal processing and acoustic measurement techniques
Candidates 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 and 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