Ford Motor Company

Lead Engineer – Propulsion Systems & MBSE

Ford Motor Company  •  Chennai, IN (Onsite)  •  10 days ago
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Job Description

In this role, you will design and develop engineering tools, automate simulation workflows, and support propulsion and vehicle-level analysis. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions for automotive R&D, with a focus on fuel economy and system optimisation

  • Develop and maintain engineering tools using MATLAB, Simulink, and scripting (M-code)
  • Design and implement automated workflows for simulation, validation, and reporting
  • Perform vehicle and propulsion system-level analysis, including fuel economy prediction and optimisation
  • Analyse simulation and test data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions
  • Validate tools for accuracy, robustness, and usability
  • Document tool design, assumptions, and usage guidelines
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering methods and processes

Technical Skills

Must-Have:

  • Strong proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and M-scripting
  • Experience in tool development, automation, or simulation workflows
  • Good working knowledge of C/C++ programming
  • Experience in data analysis and engineering problem-solving

Good-to-Have:

  • Python scripting for data analysis or automation
  • Experience with fuel economy modelling or optimisation
  • Knowledge of vehicle systems (powertrain, thermal, controls, etc.)
  • Exposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices

Behavioural Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication and documentation abilities
  • Collaborative team player with cross-functional experience
  • Self-driven with attention to quality and detail
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Controls Engineering
  • Experience in automotive R&D, simulation, tool development, or validation
  • Exposure to model-based development and vehicle data analysis is an advantage
Ford Motor Company

About Ford Motor Company

We don't just make history -- we make the future. Ford put the world on wheels over a century ago, and our teams are re-inventing icons and creating groundbreaking connected and electric vehicles for the next century. We believe in serving our customers, our communities, and the world. If you do, too, come move the world and make the future with us.

Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation, we have sought to make the world a better place – one that benefits lives, communities and the planet. We are here to provide the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, serving as a bridge between personal freedom and the future of mobility. In that pursuit, our 186,000 employees around the world help to set the pace of innovation every day.

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Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Dearborn, Michigan
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
ford.com
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