L3 Switch Design Engineer

• Design of auto electrical Switches and assembly parts.
• Control switched DVP preparation & coordination with testing team for execution.
• Feasibility checks on styling sketches in early stage of project development, feedback design requirements to styling team.
• Discuss with the different teams and define the interface requirement clearly.
• Layout and packaging of parts in vehicle DMU from concept stage and finalise considering all aspects of functionality and manufacturability.
• Conduct DR (design review), FMEA (system/ design) and apply all such tools in the design phase.
• Define performance and reliability test parameters, procedures for switches.
• Keep track of global trends in relevant technology, regulations and develop long term road maps and appropriate work plan.
• Benchmarking and generation of ideas for better performance, quality, cost, weight
• Root cause analysis for quality issues using QC tools and countermeasure action.
• Define the overall activity schedule for all projects, monitor the same periodically and take appropriate action to ensure targeted deliveries.

Competencies

Technical/ Functional

• Proficient in all tools for switches design, layout (switch internal, vehicle side) and CAD tool, preferably Unigraphics
• Thorough in basic theories and design concepts for automotive switches.
• Basic understanding of switch child part manufacturing process (like tools, mould flow, sealing, w/h, etc.)
• Competent in micro switch, tact switch, rubber membrane type switch, low and high current switches etc.
• Knowledge about automotive industry standards and regulations, applicable globally.
• Product lifecycle management system.
• Knowledge in ISO/ TS standards for design, environment, information security and functional safety.
• Knowledge of all kinds of Plastic & contact materials used for automotive switches and their selection criteria.
• Understanding of basic automotive electrical, switch related ckts etc.
• Understanding of basic automotive electronics would be an advantage.
• Should have experience of 12V & 48V switches.

Behavioural

• Effective team player
• Taking initiative and desire to transform concepts to reality
• Effective communication with team, peers and seniors
• Practice of continuous improvement in all aspects

Specific Expertise

• Experience in making 3D models of various types of switches.
• Experience in Combination switch, control switch and modular switch design.