Motorsports - LMDh Systems Engineer

Company : Ford Motor Company
Location : Allen Park, MI, 48102
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Other
Category : Industrial Engineering
Occupation : Systems Engineer
Job Details
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?
In this position...
In 1901, Henry Ford designed and built the racecar called "Sweepstakes." On October 10th of that year, he drove Sweepstakes against Alexander Winton, a famous racer and builder. Against all odds Ford won. That was the beginning - "the race that changed the world" - and it continues to this day. From our victories at Le Mans in 1966 and exactly fifty years later in 2016, to multiple World Championships, the spirit of Henry Ford lives with us every day through our motorsports efforts around the world.
Ford Performance is looking for an experienced, talented, and highly motivated Sportscar Systems Engineer to join our Motorsports Engineering department, based in Allen Park, Michigan, and Concord, North Carolina. This engineer would work on the Ford LMDh Program, including support of development, build, test, and race events.
Responsibilities
What you'll do...
- Design and implement data acquisition and control systems for motorsports applications, including system layout, sensor integration, wire harness design, and data logging
- Provide trackside support during testing and race events, troubleshooting system issues and analyzing real-time data
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians to integrate data systems with vehicle electronics and powertrain components
- Document system designs, configurations, and operating procedures
- Support prototype and production vehicle builds as needed
- Interface with Ford Performance Motorsports partners and customers
- Support engineering development and testing
- MATLAB Simulink based vehicle controls development including, but not limited to:
- Power Distribution
- Steering Wheel/Driver Displays
- Brake Controls
- Diagnostics and Failure Mode Handling
You'll have...
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
- Proven experience in motorsports engineering, with a focus on systems and data engineering
- Understanding of CAN communication protocols and tools
- Hands-on experience with trackside support and troubleshooting
- Possess a competitive spirit and interest in professional motorsports
- Possess a practical knowledge of race cars and sportscar competition
- Positive team player, ability to work with multiple suppliers, and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with high responsibility
- Flexibility and willingness for extensive travel, including weekends
- Must hold or be eligible for a passport; International and Domestic travel will be required
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in a professional motorsports environment
- Experience with LMDh or Hypercar vehicle systems
- Experience using Bosch Motorsport, Motec and Cosworth hardware and software
- Experience designing and implementing complete motorsports data systems from the ground up
- Experience setting up vehicle instrumentation
• 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.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here:
This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 .
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 .
Onsite work of up to four days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LI-Hybrid LI-JAR
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