CareerPlan

Switch Component D&R Engineer

Dearborn, MI, United StatesFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-11-10

Core

Design, develop, and release switch components for vehicles, ensuring they meet customer expectations and Ford requirements through cross-functional collaboration.

Role type

Component Design and Release Engineer

Builds

Switch components for vehicle programs

Domain

Automotive, Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronic

Required skills

Electrical engineering, Mechanical engineering, Mechatronics, DFMEA, DVP&R, 8D problem solving, Technical design reviews, Cost engineering, Supplier management, Engineering specifications, GD&T

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and release switch components aligned with Ford Global Product Development System (GPDS) process/milestone deliverables; Utilize core engineering documents and core design rules to initiate and lead Full-Service Supplier (FSS) delivery of DFMEA, DVP&Rs, 8D's, and all other program specific foundation documents; Create component specifications, Quality Documents and drawings with the FSS; Conduct technical design reviews with the component supplier; Work within a cross-function team (supplier, Program teams, studio, ergonomics, purchasing); Work closely with suppliers and quality group to understand and improve R/1000, TGW concerns; Work closely with supplier, purchasing and OCE team to ensure Cost targets are met, and cost efficient product is achieved; As needed, support /generate development of Functional Specifications, Engineering Specifications, Diagnostic Specifications