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Diagnostics & Data Systems Engineer

Job ID
57419
Location
Dearborn, Michigan
Category
PD Operations and Quality
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  • Job Type: Full time
  • Work Type: Hybrid
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Diagnostic & Data Systems Engineer 
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?
Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. You’ll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, staying focused on only what matters, and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.
In this position... 
The Diagnostic & Data Systems Engineer leads the development and implementation of vehicle diagnostic strategies, leveraging connected vehicle data to ensure reliability, performance, and customer satisfaction in the era of electrification and automation.
What you'll do...

  • Develop and implement diagnostic strategies and architectures for vehicle systems, ensuring regulatory compliance.

  • Apply systems engineering principles to design, allocate, and validate diagnostic features and data collection points.

  • Create diagnostic specifications, data flow diagrams, and troubleshooting guides for complex vehicle functions.

  • Review and improve diagnostic designs for cost, quality, and serviceability.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to integrate advanced diagnostic technologies and analytics tools.

  • Analyze vehicle data to identify diagnostic gaps, optimize algorithms, and drive quality improvements.

  • Manage diagnostic issue triage, including DTCs, throughout the product lifecycle.

  • Develop and validate OBD monitors and diagnostic communication protocols (e.g., UDS, OBD-II, CAN, LIN, Ethernet).

  • Communicate diagnostic insights and resolutions to diverse audiences.

  • Communicate diagnostic insights and resolutions to diverse audiences.

You'll have...
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

  • 3+ years of experience with vehicle electrical systems, automotive diagnostics, or data analytics.

  • 3+ years Excellent analytical and troubleshooting experence .

  • 2+ years Experience with OBD systems and related regulations.

  • 2+ years experience  data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., SQL).

Even better, you may have...

  • Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.

  • In-depth knowledge of quality documents (DFMEA, LFMA, boundary diagrams) in diagnostics.

  • Experience with electrical module design, in-vehicle networking (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet), and power distribution.

  • Familiarity with Ford-specific diagnostic tools and platforms (e.g., Vanguard/VSCS).

  • Experience with connected vehicles, telematics, and cloud-based data architectures.

  • Proficiency in programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB, C++) for data processing and diagnostic tool development.

  • Electrical Design & Release (D\&R) and electrical testing experience.

  • Strong learning agility, adaptability, and systems thinking.

  • Proven ability to lead and collaborate within cross-functional teams.

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  • 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 salary grades 6-8 and ranges from $72,480-162,1200., .
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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
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From day one, Ford invests in you with medical benefits built to help you plan for what’s next. You’ll also get support for you and your family that meets you at every step, so you can move forward with confidence.

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  • Flexible Vacation and Holidays

    Enjoy your time away from work with generous vacation, holidays, and flexible family leave designed to help you balance life and work with ease.

  • Vehicle Discount Program

    The best thing about building great products is driving them! The second-best thing: sharing your discount with family and friends so they can drive them, too.

  • Family Growth and Support

    Grow your family confidently with fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, paid parental leave, and a supportive new-parent ramp-up program.

  • Additional Programs

    Enjoy unexpected extras like pet insurance, legal services, identity protection, and access to convenient health and wellness services.

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