Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
10+ years of experience in electromechanical components with a focus on switch design.
Strong skills in human-machine interfaces and six-sigma engineering practices.
Familiarity with computer-aided engineering (CAE).
Knowledge of diagnostics and switch fault handling.
Experience with industrial design and CMF requirements.
Ability to build strong relationships across all organizational levels.
Responsibilities
Design and release electrical switches and switch modules from inception to manufacturing.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop technical specifications.
Manage supplier resources to meet cost, timing, and quality targets.
Develop and validate electrical design verification plans with suppliers.
Define electrical interfaces in line with vehicle architecture and requirements.
Collaborate with software teams on switch logic and diagnostics.
Ensure all designs comply with safety standards and regulations.
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development in a diverse, high-performance team setup.
Exposure to the entire product development lifecycle from concept to launch.
Involvement in innovative projects for rugged SUV and pickup markets.
Collaboration with various engineering and design teams for comprehensive development.
Full Job Description
This is how you will grow:
Be responsible for the electrical hardware design and release of electrical switches and switch modules. Your scope can cover from clean sheet of paper through virtual development, testing/sign-off and manufacturing launch for rugged SUV's and pick-ups.
Work with Studio, Concept, Purchasing and Finance counterparts to develop technical specifications in support of the quoting and sourcing process.
Manage supplier resources efficiently to deliver components and systems that meet cost, timing, and quality targets.
Work with suppliers to develop robust electrical design verification and validation plans, perform virtual and physical testing, and ensure issues are resolved prior to program validation signoff milestones.
Define electrical interfaces for switch modules that conform with vehicle EE architecture, power distribution, grounding, diagnostics, and network communication requirements.
Collaborate with software and systems teams on switch logic, diagnostics, and fault handling.
Ensure designs conform to safety standards and U.S. government regulations.
Proactively stay attuned to consumer experience and propose system improvements accordingly.
Be part of a diverse team fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture, promoting continuous learning and professional development among team members.
Requirements
This is how you will take us forward:
Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, or combined electrical/mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or a relevant field.
10+ years of experience in electromechanical component areas with a focus on switch design, and relevant automotive assignments covering all phases of product development (design, test, and launch).
Strong technical skills and expertise in human-machine interfaces design, switches and related electromechanical components and systems, employing a six-sigma approach to engineering design and problem-solving.
Familiarity with computer-aided engineering (CAE) or direct experience in this field.
Knowledge of diagnostics, DTCs, and switch fault handling.
Experience dealing with industrial design studio and CMF (color, material and finish) requirements.
Ability to build strong working relationships with individuals at all organizational levels.
Experience with light and color harmony.
Experience with switch haptics and mechanical design.
Supplier (not limited to tier 1) management and engagement experience to ensure design robustness and performance matrix compliance for on-time delivery from kick-off to post SOP.
