{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"0d9c99374446c3c7f941bca9","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0d9c99374446c3c7f941bca9","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0d9c99374446c3c7f941bca9","title":"wire harness engineer","description":"Wire Harness Mechanical Design Engineer\nAbout the Opportunity\n\nOur client is a rapidly growing energy technology company developing next-generation battery energy storage systems that are preparing for large-scale commercial deployment. As they transition a flagship product from development into high-volume manufacturing, they are seeking an experienced Wire Harness Design Engineer with deep expertise in both mechanical harness design and Zuken E3 to support the next phase of product development.\n\nThis is a highly visible role working at the intersection of mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineering, with direct influence on product reliability, manufacturability, and deployment readiness.\n\nPosition Overview\n\nThe Wire Harness Design Engineer will own the mechanical design, routing, packaging, and integration of complex wire harness systems used within large-scale battery energy storage products. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience with harness architecture, connector integration, mechanical packaging, and Zuken E3 design tools.\n\nThis role requires close collaboration with Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to deliver production-ready harness solutions capable of supporting large-scale deployment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nWire Harness Design & Development\n\nDesign and develop complex wire harness systems using Zuken E3 and SOLIDWORKS.\n\nCreate detailed harness schematics, harness architecture, and electrical interconnect documentation in Zuken E3.\n\nDevelop 2D and 3D harness models, installation drawings, and manufacturing documentation.\n\nDefine harness routing paths, breakout locations, branch points, and connector interfaces.\n\nDesign mechanical retention solutions including clips, brackets, mounts, strain relief systems, and cable management features.\n\nOptimize harness layouts for manufacturability, serviceability, reliability, and cost.\n\nMechanical Integration & Packaging\n\nRoute harnesses throughout battery pack assemblies, enclosures, sensors, and supporting subsystems.\n\nPerform packaging studies to ensure proper clearances, bend radius compliance, and environmental protection.\n\nEvaluate routing paths for vibration, abrasion, thermal exposure, and assembly accessibility.\n\nCollaborate with Mechanical Engineers to resolve packaging conflicts and integration challenges.\n\nSupport sensor integration and electrical component mounting within complex assemblies.\n\nConnector Selection & Electrical Integration\n\nSelect connectors, terminals, backshells, cable protection systems, and sealing solutions.\n\nDesign and integrate IP-rated connector systems for demanding operating environments.\n\nInterpret electrical schematics and convert electrical requirements into manufacturable harness designs.\n\nPartner with Electrical Engineers to ensure system-level electrical and mechanical compatibility.\n\nSupport grounding, shielding, and high-reliability electrical interface requirements.\n\nDocumentation & Release\n\nGenerate engineering drawings, wiring documentation, BOMs, and manufacturing packages.\n\nCreate and maintain Zuken E3 harness documentation and release packages.\n\nSupport engineering change orders (ECOs) and configuration management processes.\n\nDevelop assembly instructions and manufacturing documentation for production teams.\n\nEnsure documentation accuracy throughout development, validation, and release cycles.\n\nPrototype & Production Support\n\nSupport prototype builds, pilot builds, and production launch activities.\n\nTroubleshoot harness-related issues during assembly, integration, and testing.\n\nCollaborate with manufacturing teams to improve assembly efficiency and quality.\n\nParticipate in root cause investigations and corrective action implementation.\n\nSupport design validation and production readiness efforts.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.\n\n5+ years of wire harness design experience in a production environment.\n\nRequired experience with Zuken E3 for harness design, schematic development, and documentation.\n\nStrong SOLIDWORKS experience.\n\nExperience designing and releasing production wire harness assemblies.\n\nExpertise in mechanical harness routing, packaging, and integration.\n\nExperience selecting connectors and designing harness mounting and retention solutions.\n\nKnowledge of IP-rated connectors, sealed electrical interfaces, and environmental protection requirements.\n\nAbility to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.\n\nExperience creating manufacturing documentation, engineering drawings, and BOMs.\n\nStrong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).\n\nPreferred Background\n\nBattery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)\n\nElectric Vehicles (EV)\n\nAutomotive\n\nAerospace\n\nIndustrial Equipment\n\nRobotics\n\nPower Electronics\n\nRenewable Energy Systems\n\nWhy Join\n\nJoin a rapidly scaling energy technology company preparing a flagship product for large-scale deployment.\n\nWork on mission-critical hardware supporting the future of grid-scale energy storage.\n\nHigh ownership and visibility within a multidisciplinary engineering team.\n\nOpportunity to influence product design as it transitions into production.\n\nLong-term contract-to-hire opportunity.\n\nInitial onsite collaboration with flexibility after onboarding and project ramp-up.\n\nYou should be proficient in:\n\nElectrical Schematics\nThermodynamics\nPCB Assembly (Printed Circuit Board Assembly)\nSingle and Three Phase Power\n120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems\nCAD Software\nElectrical Schematic Reading\nEngineering Degree\nE3\nmechanical engineer\nzuken\n\nMachines & technologies you'll use:\n\n3D Modeling\n2D Drawings\nCAD Software (AutoCAD, Solidworks, Solid 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the Opportunity\n\nOur client is a rapidly growing energy technology company developing next-generation battery energy storage systems that are preparing for large-scale commercial deployment. As they transition a flagship product from development into high-volume manufacturing, they are seeking an experienced Wire Harness Design Engineer with deep expertise in both mechanical harness design and Zuken E3 to support the next phase of product development.\n\nThis is a highly visible role working at the intersection of mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineering, with direct influence on product reliability, manufacturability, and deployment readiness.\n\nPosition Overview\n\nThe Wire Harness Design Engineer will own the mechanical design, routing, packaging, and integration of complex wire harness systems used within large-scale battery energy storage products. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience with harness architecture, connector integration, mechanical packaging, and Zuken E3 design tools.\n\nThis role requires close collaboration with Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to deliver production-ready harness solutions capable of supporting large-scale deployment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nWire Harness Design & Development\n\nDesign and develop complex wire harness systems using Zuken E3 and SOLIDWORKS.\n\nCreate detailed harness schematics, harness architecture, and electrical interconnect documentation in Zuken E3.\n\nDevelop 2D and 3D harness models, installation drawings, and manufacturing documentation.\n\nDefine harness routing paths, breakout locations, branch points, and connector interfaces.\n\nDesign mechanical retention solutions including clips, brackets, mounts, strain relief systems, and cable management features.\n\nOptimize harness layouts for manufacturability, serviceability, reliability, and cost.\n\nMechanical Integration & Packaging\n\nRoute harnesses throughout battery pack assemblies, enclosures, sensors, and supporting subsystems.\n\nPerform packaging studies to ensure proper clearances, bend radius compliance, and environmental protection.\n\nEvaluate routing paths for vibration, abrasion, thermal exposure, and assembly accessibility.\n\nCollaborate with Mechanical Engineers to resolve packaging conflicts and integration challenges.\n\nSupport sensor integration and electrical component mounting within complex assemblies.\n\nConnector Selection & Electrical Integration\n\nSelect connectors, terminals, backshells, cable protection systems, and sealing solutions.\n\nDesign and integrate IP-rated connector systems for demanding operating environments.\n\nInterpret electrical schematics and convert electrical requirements into manufacturable harness designs.\n\nPartner with Electrical Engineers to ensure system-level electrical and mechanical 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(EV)\n\nAutomotive\n\nAerospace\n\nIndustrial Equipment\n\nRobotics\n\nPower Electronics\n\nRenewable Energy Systems\n\nWhy Join\n\nJoin a rapidly scaling energy technology company preparing a flagship product for large-scale deployment.\n\nWork on mission-critical hardware supporting the future of grid-scale energy storage.\n\nHigh ownership and visibility within a multidisciplinary engineering team.\n\nOpportunity to influence product design as it transitions into production.\n\nLong-term contract-to-hire opportunity.\n\nInitial onsite collaboration with flexibility after onboarding and project ramp-up.\n\nYou should be proficient in:\n\nElectrical Schematics\nThermodynamics\nPCB Assembly (Printed Circuit Board Assembly)\nSingle and Three Phase Power\n120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems\nCAD Software\nElectrical Schematic Reading\nEngineering Degree\nE3\nmechanical engineer\nzuken\n\nMachines & technologies you'll use:\n\n3D Modeling\n2D Drawings\nCAD Software (AutoCAD, Solidworks, Solid 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