Switch Component Design and Release Engineer Job Dearborn area,Michigan USA,Engineering

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In this position

Ford is seeking an experienced Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic engineer to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for the design, development and release of the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) utilized throughout the vehicle. The candidate will interface with several functional areas to ensure the switch component being developed performs to customer expectations and Ford requirements. This position will provide a unique and challenging D&R experience combining electrical, mechanical, styling, software, and vehicle-level system performance.

What

You’ll Do

This position is for a Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) Component Design and Release Engineer. The Core Component engineer will work with the Program Application Engineer(s) to design, develop and release a switch component for specific Programs.
Work within a cross‑function team (supplier, Program teams, studio, ergonomics, purchasing)
Utilize core engineering documents and core design rules to initiate and to 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
As needed, support /generate development of Functional Specifications, Engineering Specifications, Diagnostic Specifications
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
Design, develop and release of switch components aligned with Ford Global Product Development System (GPDS) process/milestone deliverables
Lead component development/release and component concerns resolution utilizing Ford Product Development tools such as FEDE, FEDEBOM, TYGRA, WERS, VSEM, JIRA/JAMA, eFDVS, CDP&R, Integrator, DEMS/AIMS, etc.
Attend/Lead/Support Commodity PATs and support Vehicle/Program Launch (as needed)
Some travel required to support Ford Assembly Plants and/or Supplier facilities, especially during Program Launch phase
Continuously improve D&R process by enhancing requirements based on lessons learned

You’ll have

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
3+ years of experience in component design and release engineering, preferably in the automotive industry
Ability to work independently without close supervision; self‑starter
Experience working with/within a large, diverse cross‑functional team (engineering, purchasing, quality, studio, ergonomics)
Program/project and supplier management and negotiation experience, including managing Full‑Service Suppliers (FSS)
Hands‑on experience developing and reviewing DFMEA, DVP&R, 8D's, and other core engineering/quality documents
Working knowledge of component specification creation, technical drawings, and quality documentation
Experience conducting technical design reviews with suppliers
Understanding of switch, electro‑mechanical, or control module component design (e.g., steering column controls, switches, HMI components)
Knowledge of vehicle development processes and milestone‑driven product development (e.g., GPDS or similar structured PD systems)

Even better, you may have

Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field
Experience with Ford (or equivalent OEM) Product Development tools such as FEDE, FEDEBOM, TYGRA, WERS, VSEM, JIRA/JAMA, eFDVS, CDP&R, Integrator, DEMS/AIMS
Prior experience with Steering Column Control Modules (SCCM) or similar automotive switch/control components
Experience supporting vehicle/program launches
Six Sigma, Lean, or related quality/process improvement certification
Experience developing Functional, Engineering, or Diagnostic Specifications

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