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Brake Development Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Press Brake Operator

Eaton, OH · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

Responsible for programming and operating a Cincinnati or Amada (down acting) hydraulic press brake ... This expansion drives development of the world's most reliable, easy-to-use equipment with an ...

Press Brake Operator

Ogden, UT · On-site

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

Set up and operate press brake machines, including adjusting tooling, programming, and configuring ... Opportunity for skill development and career growth in a dynamic and expanding company ...

Press Brake Operator

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$18 - $30/hr

Desire to develop setup and programming skills for brake presses and related equipment. * Exposure ... career development. Work Environment The work environment is clean, organized, and focused on ...

Press Brake Operator

Ogden, UT · On-site

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

Set up and operate press brake machines, including adjusting tooling, programming, and configuring ... Opportunity for skill development and career growth in a dynamic and expanding company ...

Press Brake Operator

Eaton, OH · On-site

$15.50 - $20.25/hr

Responsible for programming and operating a Cincinnati or Amada (down acting) hydraulic press brake ... This expansion drives development of the world's most reliable, easy-to-use equipment with an ...

Collaborate with engineering, design, and production teams to support efficient workflows. Skills ... Opportunities for cross-training, skill development, and advancement.

Press Brake Operator

Ogden, UT · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Set up and operate press brake machines, including adjusting tooling, programming, and configuring ... Opportunity for skill development and career growth in a dynamic and expanding company ...

BRAKE PRESS OPERATOR

Roanoke, IL · On-site

$20.75 - $22.50/hr

As a Brake Press Operator , you'll be responsible for programming and operating brake press ... Cibes may use AI-assisted tools in certain employment practices, including the development of s and ...

BRAKE PRESS OPERATOR

Roanoke, IL · On-site

$20.75 - $22.50/hr

As a Brake Press Operator , you'll be responsible for programming and operating brake press ... Cibes may use AI-assisted tools in certain employment practices, including the development of s and ...

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How much do brake development engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for brake development engineer in the United States is $60.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58.89 and $61.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Brake Development Engineer vs Brake Test Engineer?

AspectBrake Development EngineerBrake Test Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering; relevant certificationsBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering; relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, R&D centers, vehicle testing facilitiesTesting labs, vehicle testing sites, quality assurance environments
Employer & Industry UsageAutomotive manufacturers, suppliers, R&D firmsAutomotive manufacturers, testing agencies, suppliers
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference is that Brake Development Engineers focus on designing and developing brake systems, while Brake Test Engineers specialize in testing and validating brake performance. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and often work within the same industry environments, but their core responsibilities differ in the product lifecycle.

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Infographic showing various Brake Development Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,000 per year, or $60.1 per hour.

Brake Controls Software Engineer

Dearborn, MI • Hybrid

Ford Motor Company
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

$102K - $184K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


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Job description

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrow's transportation.

Do you have what it takes to make smart vehicles for a smart world. Join the Ford Product Development team. Utilizing Design Thinking & User Experience methods, you'll work to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers.

We're seeking forward-thinking, laser-focused professionals with a passion for bringing innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to such advancements as autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more. What you'll be able to do: Brake Controls Software Engineer - positions offered by Ford Motor Company (Dearborn, Michigan).

Note, this is a hybrid position whereby the employee will work both from home and from the aforementioned worksite. Hence, the employee must live within a reasonable commuting distance from the worksite. Lead Brake Controls Software application engineer with in-house and supplier software of safety critical electronic brake systems.

Manage Brake Controls software and calibration deliveries (Coordination with supplier and in-house brake controls teams, program builds, Service software updates, Over-The-Air (OTA) software updates, and Change Management). Guide electronic brake booster and electronic park brake supplier partners through the Ford Global Product Development System (GPDS). Verify all software requirements are met at the appropriate milestone during development of the program.

Deliver software work packages through the software change management process. Resolve all brake controls software issues found during program development along with current production warranty investigations. Work with Cross-Module network communication implementation.

Ensure compliance to Central Software requirements (ASPICE). Lead Software Technical Design Reviews (TDRs). Investigate Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) issues including Quality Early Detection (QED).

Support service manual development. Support driver assist features. Support the Breadboard/HiL.

Support prototype vehicle builds. Support assembly plant End-of-line (EOL) setup and issue resolution. Domestic and International Travel Required up to 10%.

You'll have... Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Automotive Engineering Technology, Computer Science, or a related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation. 2 years of experience with each of the following skills is required: 1

Applying FMEA and quality assurance processes to resolve engineering issues using 8D, 3-Legged 5 Whys, Is/Is-Not analysis, and fishbone diagrams to support efficient problem-solving and program timing. 2. Managing multiple supplier and in-house software teams to ensure on-time delivery of products meeting all requirements, supported by DVP&R planning, data analysis, and reporting documentation.

3. Develop solutions that meet full vehicle requirements, address technical issues, and ensure the safety and reliability of complex braking systems in advanced vehicle environments by collaborating within automotive systems engineering teams. 4.

Diagnosing electromechanical systems and leading teams to develop robust designs while incorporating Functional Safety principles to ensure high quality, performance, reliability, and safety of brake control systems. 1 year of experience with each of the following skills is required: 1. Designing, developing, diagnosing, and maintaining braking systems using vehicle network communication protocols, AutoSAR, and SAE J1979 to ensure regulatory compliance, enable efficient troubleshooting, and support advanced brake control technologies.

2. Using digital and analog data acquisition systems, including CANalyzer, to collect data for investigating vehicle software issues and validating software requirements. 3.

Using controls modeling tools including MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow, and SysML to design, analyze, and optimize complex systems, and to perform data analysis and requirement verification. We are offering a salary of $102,190.00 - $184,338.84/yr. 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 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. For a detailed look at our benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR-HTHD 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.

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