Automotive Switch Design & Release Engineer

Ford; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

Parental Leave

Vehicle Discount

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ford is seeking an experienced electrical, mechanical, or mechatronic engineer to design, develop and release switch components for vehicle programs. You will interface with multiple functional areas to meet Ford requirements and customer expectations, combining electrical, mechanical, styling, software, and vehicle-level system performance.

You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with suppliers, and drive DFMEA, DVP&R, and related program documents, while ensuring cost targets are met

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience related to the development of electromechanical components.
• Experience in Design and Release project engineering.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision; self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Design, development and release of switch components for vehicle programs.
• Collaborate with supplier, program teams, studio, and purchasing.
• Lead DFMEA, DVP&R, 8D and related program documents per GPDS.
• Create component specs and drawings with the FSS.
• Conduct technical design reviews with suppliers.
• Support development of Functional/Engineering/Diagnostic specifications.
• Work with suppliers and quality to address R/1000, TGW concerns.
• Ensure cost targets and cost-efficient product.
• Lead component development under GPDS milestones.

Skills

Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics eng

Independent worker

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or similar)

Job description

Ford is seeking an experienced electrical, mechanical, or mechatronic engineer to design, develop and release switch components for vehicle programs. You will interface with multiple functional areas to meet Ford requirements and customer expectations, combining electrical, mechanical, styling, software, and vehicle-level system performance.

You will lead cross-functional teams, coordinate with suppliers, and drive DFMEA, DVP&R, and related program documents, while ensuring cost targets are met