Student Worker Program - Drive Unit Inverter Mechanical Design Engineer

Ford Motor Company • Palo Alto, CA • 7h ago

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?

Join our Advanced EV Development (ADVEV) team for a 6-month Student Worker Program and help build the future of mobility! Immerse yourself in Ford's center of innovation and growth, working alongside top engineering, design, and software talent to create groundbreaking EVs and contribute to key technologies like batteries, charging, and recycling. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact on the automotive industry.

The Drive Unit Inverter Product Design team is responsible for the design, prototyping, testing, and validation of a new generation of in-house power electronics to support Ford's next generation of electric vehicle drive systems. As a Mechanical Design Engineer on this team, you will be responsible for designing / executing tests, building proto@type parts and tools, and working closely with your peers to help bring this new platform to life.

What you'll do...

Design and execute tests such as designs of experiments for processes and durability tests for design validation. Proto@type new concepts and system architectures for next-generation drive unit inverters. Operate as a member of the core engineering team with the responsibility of executing projects that are critical to the success of this program. Execute complex projects from start to finish while working closely with cross-functional engineering teams. You will have access to experts in all domains related to electric propulsion and power electronics. You will have access to leading engineering tools and resources to design, proto@type, and test hardware.

You'll have...

Actively pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Hands-on experience designing, building, and testing hardware. Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD, Catia preferred) software.

Even better, you may have...

Exposure to electric drive systems or power electronics. Experience executing designs of experiments. Experience designing and fabricating proto@type tools and fixtures.

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!

What you'll receive in return: As part of this exciting program, you'll enjoy a high level of involvement with an exceptional team of industry innovators and visionaries. You'll contribute in a meaningful way to our important, breakthrough work. And you'll develop the skills that will give you a significant edge in your future career pursuits. If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, we'd love to have you join us.

This position is a salary grade 4.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: Click here to find out more about available programs and benefits: https://fordcareers.co/supplemental

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire

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 application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-JD2 #UEV

Requisition ID : 60640

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