Ford Motor Company · 4 hours ago
Technical Specialist - Wheel Speed Sensing System
Dearborn, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expFord Motor Company is a global leader in automotive manufacturing, dedicated to building a better world through innovative transportation solutions. The Technical Specialist for Wheel Speed Sensing System will lead the design and verification strategy for in-house and externally purchased wheel speed sensors, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product reliability and performance.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and author Wheel Speed Sensor functional, design, and installation requirements
Define system and component robustness/ reliability demonstration methods and targets
Perform wheel speed sensor hardware Technical Design Reviews and assessments throughout the development process
Lead problem solving investigations to resolve durability, reliability, and signal concerns
Optimize wheel speed sensor signal robustness while maintaining durability
Author and maintain Wheel Speed Sensor System FMEA
Signoff responsibility for wheel speed sensors at program milestones. Review and approve all FMA documentation (DVP, Boundary, DFMEA, Design Rules etc.)
Mentoring and training engineers working with wheel speed sensors
Collaborate with industry experts for continuous learning and best practices
Work with manufacturing engineering on continuous FTT and quality improvement
Develop and implement new design process methodologies and analytical tools
Maintain Wheel Speed Sensor System Interface Control Document
Own the sign-off of sensor / tone ring air gap and dynamic deflection
Lead Function Safety FSR’s/TSR’s for Wheel Speed Sensing
Lead the joint hardware and software development of VDA protocol
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Engineering
2+ years of experience as the Subject Matter Expert in Wheel Speed Sensors design and bringing those products to market for a Major OEM
Preferred
Master of Science in Engineering
Expert level knowledge of wheel speed sensors manufacturing process and future technology awareness
Self-directed, excellent people and communications skills
Ability to lead a diverse team from many organizations to resolve complex, cross-functional issues
Experience developing guides for design engineers to aid in navigating wheel speed sensor system design requirements
Benefits
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.
Company
Ford Motor Company
We don't just make history -- we make the future.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$16.23BKey Investors
US Department of EnergySoros Fund Management
2025-07-29Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $4B
2023-06-22Debt Financing· $9.2B
Leadership Team
James Farley
Chief Executive Officer
Efrat Barit
COO
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