Senior Electrical Engineer; DRE - switches and switch modules

At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering, and validating the products of tomorrow for the world’s leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth, we are now recruiting for a Job Title to strengthen our team in Location.

Job Title
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Senior Electrical Engineer (DRE – switches and switch modules)

Location
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Novi, MI

Duration
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Full time

Job Summary
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We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (DRE) with strong experience in switch design and electromechanical components within the automotive domain. The candidate will be responsible for end-to-end development of electrical switches and switch modules, from concept through production launch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead electrical hardware design and release of switches and switch modules (concept to production launch)
• Develop technical specifications in collaboration with cross-functional teams including design, purchasing, and finance
• Manage supplier deliverables ensuring cost, quality, and timing targets are met
• Define and execute design verification and validation (DV/PV) plans with suppliers
• Ensure issues are resolved before program sign-off milestones
• Define electrical interfaces aligned with vehicle EE architecture, power distribution, grounding, diagnostics, and network requirements
• Collaborate with software/system teams on logic, diagnostics, and fault handling
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and U.S. regulatory requirements
• Drive continuous improvements focused on customer/consumer experience
• Support cross-functional collaboration across engineering and design teams

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in electromechanical components, with a strong focus on switch design
• Experience across full product lifecycle: design, validation, and launch
• Strong expertise in HMI systems, switches, and electromechanical components
• Knowledge of diagnostics, DTCs, and fault handling
• Experience with CAE tools or simulation environments
• Strong understanding of CMF (Color, Material, Finish) and industrial design integration
• Experience with switch haptics and mechanical design
• Proven supplier management experience (Tier 1 and beyond)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with OEM standards/processes
• Exposure to light and color harmony design considerations

Equal Opportunity Statement

Tata Technologies Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.