Switch Component Design and Release Engineer

Ford Motor Company

Component Design and Release Engineer for Steering Column Control Module at Ford. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and release automotive components.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in component design and release engineering, particularly in the automotive sector, with a strong focus on developing and managing switch components and related documentation. Proficient in cross-functional collaboration and supplier management to ensure quality and cost-effective product delivery.

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Component Design And Release EngineeringDFMEA DevelopmentDVP&R DocumentationSupplier ManagementFord Global Product Development System (GPDS)

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringComponent Specification CreationTechnical Drawing ReviewQuality DocumentationElectro-Mechanical DesignControl Module DesignProgram ManagementProject ManagementNegotiation Skills

Soft Skills

Self-StarterCross-Functional Team CollaborationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

FEDEFEDEBOMTYGRAWERSVSEMJIRAJAMAEFDVSCDP&RDEMS/AIMS

Industry Keywords

Automotive IndustryFull-Service Supplier (FSS)Technical Design ReviewsVehicle Development ProcessesMilestone-Driven Product Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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, development 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.