Traction Inverter Application Supervisor

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world - together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

In this position...

This role is perfect for a proven leader who thrives in solving complex challenges, developing team members and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic technology environment

You'll have...

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Strong knowledge and more than 5 years of experience leading Design & Release (D&R) teams, specifically at Ford Motor Company
• Experience in supplier relationship management.
• Experience leading diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Failure Mode Avoidance principles and supporting quality improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication, teaching, presentation, and analytical skills.
• Broad interpersonal skills, enabling team facilitation and effective interfacing with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work under operational pressures and to set priorities for themselves and for team members they will interact with

Even better, you may have...

• Master of Science (MS) degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• 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.

This position is a leadership level 6.

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DP1

• Cradle to Grave responsibility for Purchased Inverters: uPS through uJ1 + OPD Quality and TVM.
• Support all unit/program milestones on time, with quality, and on budget.
• Issue FSS ESOW, SDS/CDS. Create/maintain electrical DT’s.
• Scrutinize Supplier Design for cost efficiency and capability to meet requirements.
• Scrutinize Supplier EDT and process through Gov Board.
• Complete Quality Documents with FSS: Boundary Diagram, DFMEA, Change Analysis, SCCAF, etc.. and Complete Campaign Prevent reviews.
• Coordinate with UNSE eDrive on package and manufacturing integration. Coordinate with Systems and EVEMS teams on Battery Voltage, Drive Cycles, and System Requirements. Coordinate with Cooling team on Pressure Drop and Flow Rate to meet performance requirements. Coordinate with Application Software, Calibration, and Functional Safety teams for SW requirements, changes and releases. Coordinate header selection with HV/LV connector teams.
• Ensure successful Prototype Builds: timely design freezes, orders placed on time, supplier meets Ford MRD’s with appropriate quality controls.
• Oversee FSS DV testing: define DV Plan, track progress to Schedule, review results with Core Eng, post all evidence to FEDE for signoff. Root cause any DV failures, verify Corrective Action and develop Prevent Reoccurrence as appropriate. No gating issues at uFDJ and PEC.
• Scrutinize Content, Cost and Timing for all required Design Changes. Seek appropriate approvals and process DCR’s. Release ISC assembly WERS drawing and MGCU HW/SW structure. Support unit financial milestones with status, roadmap, risks and opps.
• Oversee FSS Industrialization: ensure Design Freeze and Testing supports KO. Scrutinize Supplier Process and Control Plan. Participate in eAPQP reviews. Define PV plan, track progress to Schedule, review results with Core Eng and sign off. Ensure PPAP supports program launch milestones.