Switch design release engineer

DORLECO; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorleco in Novi, MI seeks a Senior Engineer to own design, development, and launch of electrical switches for vehicle platforms. You will lead cross-functional teams across engineering, design, purchasing, and manufacturing to deliver switch modules from concept to production.

The role requires 15+ years in automotive electromechanical components, strong expertise in HMI, switch design, and Six Sigma, with proficiency in CAE tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of automotive experience in electromechanical components with focus on switch design.
• Experience across full product development cycle from concept to production.
• Knowledge of HMI systems, switches, Six Sigma, and design verification/validation.
• Familiarity with vehicle diagnostics, DTCs, and switch fault management.
• Familiarity with CAE tools.

Responsibilities

• Own design, development, release, validation, and launch of electrical switches.
• Lead switch development from concept through production for rugged programs.
• Develop specs and support sourcing with Studio, Concept, Purchasing, and Finance.
• Manage suppliers to meet cost, quality, and timing targets.
• Define and execute design verification plans with suppliers.
• Lead virtual and physical testing and issue resolution through milestones.
• Define interfaces with vehicle EE architecture, power, grounding, diagnostics.
• Collaborate with software and systems on switch functionality and fault handling.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement based on customer feedback.
• Mentor team members and foster a collaborative engineering culture.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Switch design

Supplier management

HMI systems

Six Sigma

Diagnostics

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Systems Engineering degree

Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAE tools

Job description

Job Title: Senior Engineer, IID Switches Design Responsible Engineer (DRE)

Location: Novi, MI.

You will serve as the technical owner for switch-related hardware systems, collaborating across engineering, design, purchasing, manufacturing, software, and supplier teams to bring innovative vehicle solutions from concept through production.

• Own the design, development, release, validation, and launch of electrical switches and switch modules
• Lead switch development from concept through production for rugged SUV and pick-up programs
• Develop technical specifications and support sourcing activities with Studio, Concept, Purchasing, and Finance teams
• Manage suppliers to achieve cost, quality, timing, and performance targets
• Define and execute design verification and validation plans with suppliers
• Lead virtual and physical testing and drive issue resolution through program milestones
• Define electrical interfaces aligned with vehicle EE architecture, power distribution, grounding, diagnostics, and communication networks
• Collaborate with software and systems teams on switch functionality, diagnostics, and fault handling
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, automotive regulations, and U.S. government requirements
• Drive continuous improvement of switch systems based on customer experience and market needs
• Support a collaborative, high-performing engineering culture and mentor team members as needed
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 15+ years of automotive experience in electromechanical components, with a strong focus on switch design and development
• Experience across the full product development cycle, including design, testing, validation, launch, and production support
• Strong expertise in: Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems; switches and electromechanical components; Six Sigma problem-solving and design methodologies; design verification and validation processes
• Knowledge of vehicle diagnostics, DTCs, and switch fault management
• Familiarity with CAE tools
• Experience working with Industrial Design and CMF (Color, Material, and Finish) requirements
• Understanding of light, color harmony, switch haptics, and mechanical design
• Proven supplier management experience, including Tier 1 and sub-tier suppliers, from concept through post-SOP
• Experience with electric vehicle (EV) systems
• Knowledge of vehicle electrical/electronic architectures