Switch Component D&R Engineer

Ford • Dearborn, MI

1d • $72,480 - $162,120 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ford is seeking an Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic engineer to design, develop, and release switch components used throughout its vehicles. The engineer will work with Program Application Engineers and multiple functional areas to ensure components meet customer expectations and Ford requirements. The position combines electrical, mechanical, styling, software, and vehicle-level system performance.

The Core Component Engineer works with program teams and suppliers to develop and release components in alignment with Ford’s Global Product Development System. The role includes supporting component concerns resolution, vehicle and program launch, and continuous improvement of the design and release process. Some travel to Ford assembly plants and supplier facilities is required, especially during program launch.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, such as Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or a similar field.
• At least 3 years of experience related to the development of electromechanical components.
• Experience in Design and Release project engineering.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision and to act as a self-starter.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering, such as Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering, or a similar field.
• At least 5 years of experience related to the development of electromechanical components.
• Experience developing switches or other electrical/electronic components for automotive applications.
• Experience working with or within a large, diverse cross-functional team.
• Program/project and supplier management and negotiation experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with Program Application Engineers to design, develop, and release switch components for specific programs.
• Work within cross-functional teams, including suppliers, program teams, studio, ergonomics, and purchasing.
• Use core engineering documents and design rules to initiate and lead supplier delivery of DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, 8Ds, and other program-specific foundation documents.
• Create component specifications, quality documents, and drawings with the full-service supplier.
• Conduct technical design reviews with component suppliers.
• Support or generate Functional Specifications, Engineering Specifications, and Diagnostic Specifications as needed.
• Work with suppliers and the quality group to understand and improve R/1000 and TGW concerns.
• Work with suppliers, purchasing, and the OCE team to meet cost targets and achieve cost-efficient products.
• Develop and release switch components in accordance with Ford GPDS processes and milestone deliverables.
• Lead component development and release, and resolve component concerns using Ford product development tools.
• Attend, lead, or support Commodity PATs and support vehicle or program launch as needed.
• Travel to Ford assembly plants and supplier facilities as needed, particularly during program launch.
• Continuously improve the design and release process by updating requirements based on lessons learned.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, and subsidized backup child care.
• Family-building benefits, including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments.
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee resource groups.
• Paid time off for individual and team community service.
• Paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level