Specialist - Electricals (Switch Design)

Relevant Experience

5+ years

Educational Qualifications

Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical , having thorough knowledge in automotive switches.

Job Responsibilities

• 3D modelling and 2D drawing drafting for automotive switches and installation drawing preparation.
• Design of auto electrical Switches and assembly parts.
• Control switch DVP preparation & coordination with testing team for execution.
• Feasibility check 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.
• Define performance and reliability test parameters, procedures for switches.
• Benchmarking and generation of ideas for better performance, quality, cost, weight
• Root cause analysis for quality issues using QC tools and countermeasure action.

Competencies

Technical/ Functional

• Proficient in 2D & 3D design tools like UG NX, PLM tools like Team Centre.
• 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.
• Knowledge about automotive industry standards and regulations, applicable globally.
• Knowledge about DFMEA, PFMEA (system/ design).
• 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 electronics would be an advantage.
• Should have experience 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.