Manager HIL Test Systems

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Ford's Research and Advanced Engineering team takes new ideas from theory to reality. Every day, we develop advanced energy management and propulsion technologies, create cutting-edge materials and manufacturing processes, and curate world-class cabin experiences that redefine what it means to drive a Ford.

Ford's Research and Advanced Engineering team takes new ideas from theory to reality. Every day, we develop advanced energy management and propulsion technologies, create cutting-edge materials and manufacturing processes, and curate world-class cabin experiences that redefine what it means to drive a Ford.

Note, this is a hybrid position whereby the employee will work both from home and from the aforementioned worksite. Hence, the employee must live within a reasonable commuting distance from the worksite. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HIL test engineers, fostering technical expertise, collaboration, and a commitment to quality. Define, implement, and continuously improve the overall HIL test strategy and methodologies for BMS, specifically focusing on high-voltage system interactions, safety mechanisms (like isolation and HVIL), and all aspects of AC/DC charging validation. Oversee the operation, maintenance and enhancement roadmap for existing dSPACE, Typhoon and vector-based HIL test systems and associated lab equipment. Plan, design and build HIL test systems for power electronics ECUs: BMS, OBC, DCDC and chargeport vehicle ECUs. Guide the team in the creation of detailed HIL test plans, robust test cases, and efficient, scalable automated test scripts, primarily utilizing Python and HIL platform scripting environments. Drive the strategy and implementation of highly automated testing processes to support frequent software releases, regression testing, and efficient coverage of complex test matrices. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including BMS hardware design, software development, system validation, and safety engineering to review requirements for testability, identify potential gaps or ambiguities, and support efficient bug triaging and resolution processes. Oversee the investigation and systematic root cause analysis of test failures, providing technical guidance to the team and coordinating with development teams. Manage team resources effectively, including personnel allocation, equipment needs, budget planning, and project scheduling to meet program milestones. Champion the effective use of requirement management tools and version control systems to ensure complete and auditable traceability from system requirements through executed tests and results. Domestic Travel Required up to 5%.

What you'll be able to do:

Manager HIL Test Systems - positions offered by Ford Motor Company (Long Beach, California). Note, this is a hybrid position whereby the employee will work both from home and from the aforementioned worksite. Hence, the employee must live within a reasonable commuting distance from the worksite. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HIL test engineers, fostering technical expertise, collaboration, and a commitment to quality. Define, implement, and continuously improve the overall HIL test strategy and methodologies for BMS, specifically focusing on high-voltage system interactions, safety mechanisms (like isolation and HVIL), and all aspects of AC/DC charging validation. Oversee the operation, maintenance and enhancement roadmap for existing dSPACE, Typhoon and vector-based HIL test systems and associated lab equipment. Plan, design and build HIL test systems for power electronics ECUs: BMS, OBC, DCDC and chargeport vehicle ECUs. Guide the team in the creation of detailed HIL test plans, robust test cases, and efficient, scalable automated test scripts, primarily utilizing Python and HIL platform scripting environments. Drive the strategy and implementation of highly automated testing processes to support frequent software releases, regression testing, and efficient coverage of complex test matrices. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including BMS hardware design, software development, system validation, and safety engineering to review requirements for testability, identify potential gaps or ambiguities, and support efficient bug triaging and resolution processes. Oversee the investigation and systematic root cause analysis of test failures, providing technical guidance to the team and coordinating with development teams. Manage team resources effectively, including personnel allocation, equipment needs, budget planning, and project scheduling to meet program milestones. Champion the effective use of requirement management tools and version control systems to ensure complete and auditable traceability from system requirements through executed tests and results. Domestic Travel Required up to 5%.