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.
Essential Responsibilities & Activities:- 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
- German language proficiency preferred
- Willingness to travel, as needed
