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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Supv - Switches, Core/D&R - **Company:** Ford Motor Company - **Location:** Dearborn, MI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $115,500.0 - $218,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Systems Engineering, Network Analysis, Databases, Network Interface Controllers, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Human-Computer Interaction, Systems Integration - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8ec9db4b1a64e4ac ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering preferred); Master's degree is a plus. 5+ years of experience in Design & Release (D&R) or Product Application Engineering. 3+ years of experience in Systems Engineering, core specifications development, or vehicle launch execution. Demonstrated experience leading or working closely with electrical/electronic product design teams. Technical & Process Skills Deep understanding of quality and validation disciplines: FMEA, FMA, SCCAF, DVP&R, and EMC testing. Experience managing Full Service Suppliers (FSS) from initial RFQ/sourcing through PPAP and end-of-life cycles. Familiarity with physical vehicle packaging, Digital Pre-Assembly (DPA), and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) design constraints. Excellent leadership, program management, problem-solving (e.g., 8D, Red X), and organizational planning skills ## Description The Switch Engineering Supervisor is responsible for leading the design, development, release, and global program delivery of all automotive switch commodities. This role oversees a team of Core Engineers and Product Owner / Design & Release (D&R) Engineers, ensuring robust engineering standards, successful supplier sourcing, seamless system integration, and flawless vehicle launch execution. What you'll do... Team Leadership & Resource Management * Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of Core Engineers and Product Owner / D&R Engineers. * Allocate engineering resources to align with global vehicle program milestones, advanced technology initiatives, and regional application needs. * Foster a collaborative, agile environment to deliver switch products on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Core Engineering & Standards * Guide the development, maintenance, and approval of generic Engineering Specifications (ES) and Requirements * Drive early-stage sourcing activities, including advanced benchmarking, technology roadmaps, early supplier involvement, and early program checkpoints * Lead supplier engagement processes, including engineering kick-offs Product Ownership & Program D&R Execution * Ensure robust program-specific execution from concept to launch, overseeing content definition (PDL), timing plans, and commercial agreements (CPA, eSOWs, RFQs, and ED&T approvals). * Manage mechanical and electronic hardware design, packaging, interface tolerance stack-ups, and DFMEA critical/ special characteristics. * Govern system-level definition, interface control sheets, load databases, and Global Device Transmittals (GDT) using VSEM. * Oversee component-level and vehicle-level validation, including FEDE requirement classification/target setting/assessments, DV/PV testing, EMC compliance and Worst case circuit analysis (WCCA) * Supervise supplier CAD releasing, AVBOM/FEDEBOM management, early tooling authorizations, and production release approvals in WERS. Quality, Craftsmanship, & Launch Support * Deliver switch products that meet stringent feel, sound, styling, ergonomics, and Human Machine Interface (HMI) requirements. * Champion quality improvement initiatives, including FMA foundation documents, FMEA, and Campaign Prevention deep dives. * Support assembly plants during launch phases through Digital Pre-Assembly (DPA) reviews, assembly set-up evaluations, and end-of-line (EOL) testing. * Manage product and program open issue matrices to ensure swift resolution of engineering, manufacturing, and interface concerns. ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) - [Automated Driving - Why is it so hard to introduce](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/628-automated-driving-why-is-it-so-hard-to-introduce) - [Breaking the Hardware Mindset: Overcoming Barriers to System-Level Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1635-breaking-the-hardware-mindset-overcoming-barriers-to-system-level-innovation) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know)