ABBAS ISMAIL
Detroit
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Diagnostic Protocol Adherence Protocol
Ford Motor Company
Dearborn
08.2025 - Current
- Analyzed P1 and P2 tests to ensure compliance with Ford specifications (GGDS, ECU config, SWDL).
- Signed off on diagnostics and P1 testing for SWCM HC projects.
- Tracked Part 2 fixes with DFO and suppliers to ensure timely resolution.
- Collected and reviewed MDX and part specifications for programs CX735, CX727, CX482.
- Reviewed CAN log data to identify and address discrepancies.
Netcom Diagnostic Engineer
Ford Motor Company
Dearborn
07.2021 - 07.2025
- Led supplier adherence to Ford diagnostic specs (GGDS, SWDL, ECU config).
- Created, validated, and maintained VSCS for multiple programs, enhancing diagnostic capabilities.
- Analyze P1 and P2 testing results for new modules.
- Develop state machine tests for end-of-line validation.
- Gather part 2 spec for modules at different milestones.
- Validate mdx version of part2 and fill checklist.
- Request fixes to comply with Ford specs from supplier.
- Provided launch support through EOL testing and troubleshooting at NMPDC, ROUSH, and assembly plants, ensuring compliance with operational standards.
- Provide guidance on Netcom deliverables.
Vehicle Support Engineer (ADAS)
INSIGHT GLOBAL - Ford Motor Company
Dearborn
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Verify Advanced Driving Assistance System is functioning as intended.
- Flash ADAS and Radar with the latest software.
- Assisted feature owners with in-vehicle testing to validate system performance.
- Troubleshot and supported CAN communications systems to ensure reliable data transmission.
- Instrument vehicles with DAC system and kits to collect data.
- Oversaw fleet management to maintain vehicles in optimal condition and safeguard safety standards.
- Coordinated vehicle transfers between budgets to optimize financial resource allocation.
Robotics Team Mentor
Cedar Falls Robotics
Cedar Falls
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Guided students in preparation for FIRST Robotics Competition, enhancing teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- Assisted students in designing, manufacturing, and assembling robots, fostering hands-on engineering experience.
- Instructed students on controller software (JavaScript), empowering them to program and control robotic systems.
Instrumentation Engineer
VIVA USA - John Deere
Waterloo
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Support and troubleshoot Test Cell network & CAN communications system(s).
- Create and modify DAQ and control software solutions for tests.
- Create, modify, and tune PIDs (Transmission, Dyno, Load Brake, etc.).
- Create Solutions in Test Manager to run multiple Agriculture Tractor Tests.
- Update Tractor and Test Cell harnesses to improve cost quality and performance.
- Program Modules for existing Test Cell Equipment.
- Create/Update harnesses schematics for UUT, sensor and testing bays.
- Implemented engineering policies at John Deere to ensure compliance.
Diagnostic Engineer
Belmont Service
Dearborn Heights
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Functioned as a diagnostic engineer for Ford models: Fusion, Focus, Explorer, Escape, E350.
- Employed latest technology to scan and troubleshoot diagnostic codes across various vehicle types.
- Diagnosed electrical issues in ECM wiring and mechanical components to ensure vehicle functionality.
- Perform on-vehicle fault troubleshooting procedures to function properly.
- Advised technicians on necessary repairs based on diagnostic findings.
Vehicle System Engineer
EASI - Ford Motor Company
Dearborn
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Assisted in developing and testing hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations and breadboard setups to validate vehicle systems.
- Work with vehicle-level logical schematics, fusing, and grounding strategies.
- Troubleshoot electrical wiring and diagnose CAN network failure.
- Software flashing, configuration, programming and testing.
- Reworked and built overlays to enhance functionality of carryover harness.
- Utilized CANalyzer to log and analyze high voltage battery performance during charge and discharge cycles.
- Testing vehicle features (phone as key, instrument cluster, etc.).
- Apply MAVS verification tests on Modules to ensure Ford Standards.
- Analyze test results with Development and Research Engineering Teams.
Diagnostic Engineer
Belmont Service
Dearborn Heights
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Utilized latest technology to scan and troubleshoot diagnostic codes, enhancing accuracy in vehicle assessments.
- Recommended actionable solutions to technicians, facilitating timely repairs and reducing vehicle downtime.
- Diagnosed electrical issues through inspection of ECM wiring and testing mechanical valves and solenoids, ensuring optimal vehicle performance.
- Perform on-vehicle fault troubleshooting procedures to function properly.
- Worked on Ford Models: Fusion, Focus, Explorer, Escape, E350.
Education
Dual Masters - Electronics, Biomedical Engineering
LEBANESE INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
07-2017
Dual bachelor's - Electronics, Biomedical Engineering
LEBANESE INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
06-2015
Skills
- Protocol Testing
- Diagnostic Tools
- Compliance Standards
- Quality Assurance
- Test Automation
- Diagnostic Software
- Data Analysis
- Signal Analysis
- Data Management
- System Simulation
- Embedded Systems
- Automation Systems
- Project Management
- JIRA
- Version Control
- Technical Documentation
- Document Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Microsoft Office
- SQL
- Python
- ITest
- System Modeling
Volunteer Experience
Robotics Team Mentor, Cedar Falls Robotics - 525 SWARTDOGS, 12/19, 12/20, Help students compete in the FIRST Robotics Competition., Assist student in design, manufacture, and assemble robot., Teach students about Controller Software (Java Script).
Computational Skills
Python, SQL, Java, C++, MATLAB, iTest, Arduino, WERS, DFMEA/SFMEA, CANoe, MAVS, IVS, Team Center (VSEM), CANalyzer, DET, PLC, AutoCAD, Simulink, Microsoft Office, Acrobat, Magic Draw. JIRA, JFrog
Timeline
Diagnostic Protocol Adherence Protocol
Ford Motor Company
08.2025 - Current
Netcom Diagnostic Engineer
Ford Motor Company
07.2021 - 07.2025
Vehicle Support Engineer (ADAS)
INSIGHT GLOBAL - Ford Motor Company
12.2020 - 07.2021
Robotics Team Mentor
Cedar Falls Robotics
12.2019 - 12.2020
Instrumentation Engineer
VIVA USA - John Deere
07.2019 - 12.2020
Diagnostic Engineer
Belmont Service
03.2019 - 06.2019
Vehicle System Engineer
EASI - Ford Motor Company
09.2018 - 02.2019
Diagnostic Engineer
Belmont Service
01.2017 - 08.2018
Dual Masters - Electronics, Biomedical Engineering
LEBANESE INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Dual bachelor's - Electronics, Biomedical Engineering
LEBANESE INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY