IVI Hardware Architecture - Technical Specialist
Core
Define and govern hardware architecture, technical direction, and engineering maturity for Ford in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) electronic control units (ECUs) and their key electrical interfaces.
Role type
Senior hands-on individual-contributor hardware architecture specialist
Builds
In-vehicle infotainment ECUs and associated vehicle electronics for Ford electric vehicles
Domain
Automotive hardware engineering / Electric vehicles
Deliverable
Production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Hardware architecture definition, electrical and system requirements, interface specifications, validation strategies, schematic and PCB layout review, high-performance compute ECU hardware knowledge, structured problem-solving methods (8D, FMEA, fault-tree), cross-functional technical leadership
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, 15+ years automotive electronics experience, technical authority for ECU from concept to production, deep expertise in power management or high-speed vehicle interfaces
Technologies
Automotive Ethernet, CAN/CAN FD, LIN, USB, PCIe, LPDDR, eMMC/UFS, PMICs, DC/DC converters
Responsibilities
Own hardware architecture and technical direction for IVI ECU platforms; serve as final technical sign-off for IVI ECU hardware release; define hardware-level and system-level requirements and validation methods; lead technical reviews of schematics, PCB layouts, and component selections; evaluate hardware capability and margin for various workloads; lead or support hands-on lab investigations of complex failures; review WCCA strategy and drive mitigations; define and approve hardware validation and production-readiness expectations; lead technical root-cause investigations; provide technical leadership to suppliers and internal design teams; ensure designs meet cybersecurity, functional-safety, and regulatory requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC