Ford
Service Function Diagnostics Engineer
Allen Park, MI, United States
No sponsorship$74k-$125kDetected 1 day ago
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About the role
- Key tasks include validating diagnostic solutions using software-in-the-loop simulations and hands-on, physical on-vehicle testing.
- Ultimately, this position ensures our global dealer network can diagnose and repair vehicles correctly the first time.
- Supplier Collaboration: Act as the technical liaison between Product Development, Quality, and Service Information Suppliers to ensure seamless delivery.
Responsibilities
- The Service Function Diagnostics Engineer is responsible for authoring and repurposing Open Test Exchange (OTX) service functions to support new vehicle delivery and module replacement commissioning globally.
- This role collaborates closely with Product Development, Quality teams, and diagnostic suppliers to deliver robust, high-quality, and timely service solutions.
- Additionally, the engineer manages the delivery of service information for New Model North American vehicle programs while resolving field issues with high urgency.
- Author and develop global Body/Chassis/Electrical (BCE) service routines using Open Test Exchange (OTX) standards, incorporating Java coding where appropriate.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related technical field.
- 3+ years of experience in vehicle diagnostics, automotive electrical systems engineering, or software development.
- 2+ years of experience using the Grade-X OTX Editor for diagnostic content authoring.
- 2+ years of experience with vehicle electrical architectures and communication protocols (CAN, LIN, DoIP).
- 2+ years of experience managing technical projects from initial concept/ideation through to final field implementation.
- 2+ years of experience with analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities using methodologies such as Fishbone, 5-Why, and 8D.
- Master's degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related technical field.
- Familiarity with standard software development environments (e.g., Python, C#, Java, C++) and solid understanding of basic programming constructs (e.g., Boolean variables, loops, functions, XML data structures).
- 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!
- Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Compensation
- $74k-$125k
Benefits
- application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
Company info
- As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice.
Equal opportunity
- 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
Visa & Work Authorization
- co/GSR Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
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