Switch Component D&R Engineer

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Ford is seeking an experienced 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 cross-functional teams to ensure components meet customer expectations and Ford requirements. The role combines electrical, mechanical, styling, software, and vehicle-level system performance and follows Ford’s Global Product Development System (GPDS). It includes collaboration with suppliers and program teams, component development and release, issue resolution, cost and quality work, and support for vehicle and program launches. Some travel to Ford assembly plants and supplier facilities may be required, especially during program launch. This position is hybrid; candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub may be required to work onsite four or more days per week. Visa sponsorship is not available. The salary grade is 6–8, with a stated range of $72,480–$162,120; final grade and salary depend on skills, experience, job scope, responsibility, and market value.

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; self-starter.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire.

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 Engineer(s) to design, develop, and release switch components for specific programs.
• Collaborate with suppliers, program teams, studio, ergonomics, and purchasing as part of a cross-functional team.
• Use core engineering documents and design rules to initiate and lead Full-Service Supplier delivery of DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, 8D reports, 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.
• As needed, support or generate functional, engineering, and diagnostic specifications.
• 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.
• Design, develop, and release switch components in alignment 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/program launch as needed.
• Travel as needed to support Ford assembly plants and supplier facilities, especially during program launch.
• Continuously improve the D&R process by enhancing 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 childcare.
• 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