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System One

Commissioning Engineer

Saline, MI · On-site

Manage high-side breakers and disconnect switches, as well as low-side capacitor banks. * Oversee communications, SCADA, and relay systems for optimal performance and safety. * Assist in project ...

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How much do capacitor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for capacitor in Michigan is $27.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.65 and $30.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a capacitor?

Capacitors are electronic components that store and release electrical energy in a circuit. They consist of two conductive plates separated by an insulating material called a dielectric. Capacitors are widely used to smooth power supply fluctuations, filter signals, and for energy storage in various electronic devices. Their ability to store charge makes them essential in many applications, including power conditioning, signal processing, and electronic timing circuits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a capacitor engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Capacitor Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, materials science, and circuit design, often supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with simulation tools like SPICE, CAD software, and industry standards for capacitor testing and manufacturing is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for success in this role. These competencies ensure that capacitors are designed and integrated efficiently, meeting performance, reliability, and safety standards in various electronic applications.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in capacitor manufacturing and quality assurance roles?

Professionals in capacitor manufacturing and quality assurance often encounter challenges such as maintaining tight tolerances in production, ensuring consistent quality across high-volume batches, and staying updated with evolving industry standards. The work environment typically involves cross-functional collaboration with engineering, procurement, and testing teams to address design or performance issues. Adapting quickly to new technologies and troubleshooting defects are essential skills, and continuous learning is encouraged for career advancement.

What is the difference between Capacitor vs Electrician?

AspectCapacitorElectrician
Required CredentialsTechnical training, certification in electronics or electrical systemsHigh school diploma, electrical license or certification
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, electronics repair, industrial settingsResidential, commercial, industrial electrical installations and repairs
Industry UsageElectronics manufacturing, electrical component repairConstruction, maintenance, electrical wiring

While a capacitor is an electronic component used to store electrical energy, an electrician is a professional who installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems. Both roles require technical knowledge, but capacitors are passive components, whereas electricians perform hands-on wiring and system troubleshooting.

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Infographic showing various Capacitor job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 78% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,044 per year, or $27.4 per hour.

Product Development Engineer

Ford Motor Company

Dearborn, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

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Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 527 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 45 rated automakers

Job description


Ultra Capacitor Module Core SW Engineer
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 and User Experience methods, you will work to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We are 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!
Position Overview
The Ultra Capacitor Modules (UCMs) are critical components of Ford's next-generation low-voltage power networks, enabling rapid energy storage, peak power shaving, start-stop support, and power network stabilization.
As the UCM Core SW Engineer, you will lead the end-to-end elicitation, definition, and management of system and software requirements for the UCM. You will serve as the technical bridge between vehicle-level feature owners, functional safety teams, hardware designers, and Tier 1 suppliers to ensure the module meets Ford's rigorous performance, safety, and quality standards.
Responsibilities
What you will be able to do
This position provides a unique and challenging engineering experience combining power electronics, energy storage technology, functional safety, and supplier program management. You will:
  • Lead Requirements Elicitation & Management: Own the development of detailed software-level interface and functional specifications for the UCM in JAMA, ensuring full traceability from vehicle-level requirements down to module interfaces.
  • Support Key UCM Functions: Establish requirements for core module features, including cell balancing, State of Charge (SoC), State of Health (SoH), thermal management, and power electronics control algorithms.
  • Manage Supplier Integration: Work closely with Full-Service Suppliers (FSS) to explain requirements, review technical proposals, manage the Statement of Work (SOW)/RFQ packages, and control requirement change-management.
  • Drive Functional Safety & Cyber Security: Collaborate with safety specialists to implement ISO 26262 requirements, including Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA), Functional Safety Requirements (FSR), and Technical Safety Requirements (TSR).
  • Manage Network & Diagnostic Interfaces: Manage communication (CAN, LIN), and diagnostic (UDS) interfaces for the UCM.
  • Coordinate Cross-Functional Reviews: Conduct software design and requirement reviews with interfacing Ford activities, Module Hardware, Power Net Controls, and supplier engineering.
  • Support Validation & Testing: Align subsystem-level validation plans and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing, with the defined requirements to ensure complete coverage.
  • Agile Collaboration: Facilitate effective collaboration between JIRA Saga owners, product owners, and supplier software teams to ensure efficient and timely software delivery across programs.

Qualifications
The minimum requirements we seek
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer science
  • 5+ years of experience in the automotive industry
  • Strong knowledge of Embedded software, Electronics, Systems Engineering and functional specifications

Our preferred requirements
  • M.S. in electrical engineering or computer science
  • 3+ years of experience with software development
  • 3+ years of experience developing software or system level requirements
  • Experience with Software program management
  • Experience with MS Office, Vector tools such as CANalyzer, use of an oscilloscope and other troubleshooting tools; experience with Ford product development system applications is a plus (WERS, AVBOM, PPM Audit, Digital Buck, Team Center, Integrator)

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, 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.
This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $85,400-$143,200., This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $99,600-$156,600., This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $115,000-$162,900.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is 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.
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