Powertrain Control Software Validation Engineer
Core
Develop, execute, and maintain software validation solutions for Powertrain Control Modules (PCM), supporting both supplier and Ford-developed control software for gasoline, hybrid, and electric vehicles.
Role type
Powertrain Control Software Validation Engineer
Builds
Validation suites, automated testing frameworks, and HIL test environments for automotive embedded software
Domain
Automotive powertrain controls (gasoline, HEV, BEV)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
ANSI C, Python, Model-Based Development (MBD), MATLAB/Simulink, dSPACE HIL systems, embedded software debugging, root-cause analysis, test automation
Preferred skills
Embedded controls software development, PCM hardware knowledge, calibration tools, electrical troubleshooting, continuous integration methodologies, electrified propulsion systems support
Technologies
dSPACE SCALEXIO, dSPACE ControlDesk, dSPACE ConfigurationDesk, Lauterbach Trace32, Git/GitHub, ClearCase, Python 3
Responsibilities
Design and execute validation suites for low-level drivers and high-level control software; migrate validation environments to dSPACE platforms; convert and maintain automated testing frameworks; perform software debugging and root-cause analysis; collaborate with engineering teams and suppliers to define validation requirements
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
