Research Engineer – Power Module Design and Testing

Research Engineer – Power Module Design and Testing

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Ford’s Research and Advanced Engineering team explores new vehicle and societal innovations that require some level of invention before they can be applied to our products and services. We deliver ways to make smarter vehicles and innovate using sustainable, environmentally and socially responsible methods and materials. Since 2000, we have used twelve industry- and world-first plant-based materials in our production vehicles. We also are researching the possible use of tomato skin, bamboo, agave fiber, dandelion roots, algae and coffee chaff as part of our ambitious goal of making our vehicles with up to 20 percent sustainable material by 2025.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Engineer with expertise in advanced semiconductor power module packaging and reliability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power module fabrication process, testing, and failure mode analysis, with a passion for driving innovation and solving complex challenges in the field.

You’ll have…

• Ph.D. degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, materials science, or a related field with focus on electronics packaging and reliability.

• 5+ years research experience in power module fabrication, testing, failure analysis, and root cause investigation ( co-op/internship/research experience included)

Even better, you may have…

• Proficiency in encapsulation, molding, sealing, and assembly (mechanical and electrical joints) specific to power module packaging.

• Proficiency in designing and implementing effective thermal solutions to dissipate heat generated by high-power components.

• Experience with semiconductor die attachment techniques, substrate preparation, wire bonding technologies, encapsulation materials, and reflow soldering processes.

• Experience in Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Design Verification Plan (DVP), and Validation testing plans.

• Knowledge of various packaging methods like flip-chip, planner packaging, and 3D packaging.

• Familiarity with quality assurance procedures, statistical process control, and Six Sigma methodologies to ensure consistent and reliable manufacturing.

• Familiarity with industry packaging standards and guidelines set by organizations like JEDEC, AQG, and IPC.

• Experience in 3D modeling and knowledge of GD&T for packaging design.

• Knowledge of procurement and inventory management for packaging materials and equipment.

• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present complex technical information.

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!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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.

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

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What you’ll do…

• Develop new concepts and processes for power module fabrication and testing.

• Design and develop encapsulation, molding, sealing, and assembly (mechanical and electrical joints) techniques specific to power module packaging.

• Design experiments, perform hands-on testing, and analyze data to validate and refine fabrication processes.

• Develop and execute design failure mode and effects analysis (DFMEA), design verification plan (DVP), and validation testing plans.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and performance enhancements of power modules.

• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in power electronics manufacturing and design.

• Develop and maintain documentation, including technical reports, design specifications, and project updates.