Product Design Engineer

Hybrid - Allen Park, MI

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

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? The position involves developing and supporting dealer diagnostic content for Ford, Lincoln, and JV Programs. The candidate will be responsible for authoring and repurposing Open Test Exchange (OTX) service functions to support new vehicle delivery and module replacement commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Develop global Body/Chassis/Electrical Service functions using Open Test Exchange (OTX), and Java where appropriate.
• Interface with Product Engineering to understand new system requirements and implement robust Open Test Exchange (OTX) routines.
• Manage and understand CAN data to support application development/debug.
• Validate solutions using both simulation and on-vehicle validation.
• Work with Design and Release engineers to resolve issues within Part 2 specifications.
• Work with Technical Assistance Center to resolve diagnostic issues in the field - Respond to field issues with urgency.
• Implement Module DID's to support datalogger as a diagnostic solution.

Requirements

• Good understanding of vehicle communications protocols (CAN/LIN/DOIP).
• Familiarity with standard software coding practices.
• Experience with XML data structures.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Grade-X OTX Editor.