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ALTEN Technology USA

Wire Harness Engineer

Berkeley, CA

$115K - $135K/yr

You will be part of a rapidly growing team responsible for PCBA design, component selection, wire harness designs, and validation testing. Ideally, the harness engineer should have exposure to a ...

ALTEN Technology USA

Wire Harness Engineer

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$115K - $135K/yr

You will be part of a rapidly growing team responsible for PCBA design, component selection, wire harness designs, and validation testing. Ideally, the harness engineer should have exposure to a ...

USM

JB061696 - Design Engineer

Raymond, OH · On-site

$65 - $70/hr

Job Title: Design Engineer - Harness CAE Location: Raymond, Ohio WFO/Hybrid: Full time WFO. No ... Generate manufacturing-ready deliverables such as 2D harness drawings, BOMs, wire lists ...

Patrick Industries

Wire Engineer

Elkhart, IN · On-site

Maintaining and updating technical drawings and documents related to wire harness design and manufacturing processes. * Collaborating with internal and external engineers and customers for ...

KRA International

Wire Engineer

Elkhart, IN · On-site

Maintaining and updating technical drawings and documents related to wire harness design and manufacturing processes. * Collaborating with internal and external engineers and customers for ...

Canoo

Low Voltage Harness Design Engineer

Justin, TX · On-site

Design, develop and modify automotive low voltage wire harnesses. * Translate system schematics ... related Engineering discipline * 2+ years Automotive related "wiring harness" experience

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time wire harness design engineer in the United States is $49.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.87 and $57.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Full Time Wire Harness Design Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering, knowledge of wiring standards, and experience with harness design principles, often supported by a relevant engineering degree. Proficiency with CAD tools such as CATIA, AutoCAD Electrical, or Zuken E3.series and familiarity with PLM systems are typically required, along with an understanding of industry certifications like IPC/WHMA-A-620. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring design accuracy. These skills ensure that harness designs meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements while supporting efficient manufacturing processes.

What does a Full Time Wire Harness Design Engineer do?

A Full Time Wire Harness Design Engineer is responsible for designing and developing electrical wire harnesses used in vehicles, machinery, or electronic systems. Their job involves creating detailed wiring diagrams, selecting appropriate materials, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with other engineers to integrate harnesses into larger systems. They also oversee testing and troubleshooting to ensure the harnesses function safely and efficiently. This role typically requires strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and experience with CAD software.

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Full Time Wire Harness Design Engineers often encounter challenges such as managing complex routing constraints within limited space, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to integrate harnesses into larger systems. These challenges are typically addressed by using advanced CAD tools, maintaining clear communication with mechanical and electrical engineers, and staying updated on regulatory requirements. Proactive collaboration and thorough documentation are also essential in resolving issues quickly and ensuring the reliability of the final product.
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Wire Harness Engineer

Wire Harness Engineer

ALTEN Technology USA

Berkeley, CA

$115K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you'll collaborate on some of the world's toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Location: Berkeley, CA

We are looking for an electrical harness engineer who can play a key role in the development of our battery module electronics and control systems. You will be part of a rapidly growing team responsible for PCBA design, component selection, wire harness designs, and validation testing. Ideally, the harness engineer should have exposure to a broad range of technical challenges and methods in the context of product development, including connector selection, cable shielding, twisted pair communication wires, cable protection, and harness routing. Cross-team collaboration throughout the product development organization is a critical part of this role, so systems-level thinking and multidisciplinary engineering problem-solving are key traits of a successful candidate.

Responsibilities
• Work cross-functionally with Mechanical, Compliance, and Electrical engineers to define harness requirements, material, and connector selection
• Create and maintain 2D electrical harness single and multi-line schematics
• Draft fabrication, manufacturing, inspection, and assembly drawings for wire harness assemblies
• Identify suitable materials and components for wire harness assembly
• Work closely with procurement teams to source materials and components from approved suppliers
• Define routing, shielding, wire color, sealing, and EMI design specifications
• Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers on wire harness CAD routing through mechanical features and harness fixation points
• Troubleshoot wire harness bring-up and validation
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and solutions effectively to team members and management

Qualifications
• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical OR Electrical Engineering
• 2+ years experience in product development (experience in energy storage or renewable energy is a plus)
• Hands-on experience designing and building electro-mechanical systems and harnesses
• Expertise with 3D CAD, PLM, and Harness design software such as Zuken E3.
• Proven expertise in 2D drawing creation software
• Strong knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards (e.g., UL, IPC)
• Familiarity with reading electrical schematics
• Experience with twisted pair and shielding for communication harnesses
• Experience working with weather-sealed connectors

Salary Range
• $115,000-135,000
• The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.