Engineer, IID Switches Design Responsible Engineer (DRE) [AQ-15061]

About the role

Join a pioneering company, partnered with Aquent, that is revolutionizing the automotive industry with innovative, rugged electric vehicles. This is an incredible opportunity to make a tangible impact on a new generation of vehicles, shaping the future of transportation by bringing cutting-edge design and engineering to life, driving forward sustainability and advanced technology in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the electrical hardware design and release of electrical switches and switch modules, covering the full lifecycle from initial concept through virtual development, testing/sign-off, and manufacturing launch for our innovative vehicles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Concept, Purchasing, and Finance, 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 electrical 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 government regulations.
• Proactively stay attuned to consumer experience and propose system improvements accordingly.
• Contribute to a diverse team fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture, promoting continuous learning and professional development among team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, 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, diagnostic trouble codes, and switch fault handling.
• Experience dealing with industrial design studio and Color, Material, and Finish requirements.
• Supplier management and engagement experience to ensure design robustness and performance matrix compliance for on-time delivery from kick-off to post Start of Production.

Qualifications

• Desired Qualifications: Experience with light and color harmony, experience with switch haptics and mechanical design, and experience with a large-scale automotive manufacturer.

Skills

• Ability to build strong working relationships across all organizational levels.

Benefits

Aquent Talent offers a range of benefits including subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. Additionally, we provide free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. For more information on our awesome benefits!

Pay

Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Contact

To apply, please visit our website and submit your resume and cover letter.