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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for wiring engineer in Michigan is $76,020.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,700.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectWiring EngineerElectrical Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related fieldDiploma or associate degree in electrical technology
Work EnvironmentDesign, planning, and overseeing wiring systems in construction or manufacturingInstallation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring and systems
Industry UsageConstruction, industrial, and engineering firmsManufacturing plants, maintenance departments, and service providers

Wiring Engineers focus on designing and planning electrical wiring systems, requiring engineering credentials, while Electrical Technicians handle installation and maintenance tasks, often with technical diplomas. Both roles are essential in electrical projects but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Release Engineer III

Farmington Hills, MI • On-site

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.external

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Description
Position at Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.
SEWS - Farmington Hills, Michigan Office. Although located at SEWS - Farmington Hills Office, this is a Hybrid position, which combines both in office and off-site work. Associates are required to work at least four days in the office each week, but also have the flexibility to work off-site.
Job Title: Release Engineer III
BASIC PURPOSE:
Design and Release Wire Harness Engineer for North America programs with knowledge and experience in General Motors work flow and design practices. New OEM RFQ projects require engineering support for ongoing and upcoming vehicle pilots and launches in Michigan at Tier 1 suppliers and assembly plants. The role demands adherence to aggressive timing schedules for upcoming ICE and REEV programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Strong knowledge and experience with GM EDS development process and wire harness drawing release is preferred. Familiarity with GM's design practices and specifications will also be a big plus.
  2. Support Ongoing new OEM Harness Program Development through to product realization process (internal and external). Drawing review, spec change request, VA/VE, workability or quality improvement, maintain Product File, define design levels and freeze schedule and development Trial Run Activity and facilitate change through established processes.
  3. Create high quality engineering deliverables related to the vehicle electrical systems.
  4. Identify, track and resolve design open issues; clearly communicate outcome to affected parties. Detail design changes or quality caution points -- to assembly and planning sections. Primary responder to customer regarding design change implementation and cost liability.
  5. Participate and support cross functional team meetings. Document, track and distribute lesson learned.
  6. Interface directly with customer - PMT, PAT, engineers, launch team.
  7. Interface and coordinate with SEWS Div. Managers, sales, business planning, procurement, managers, engineering, design, quality, validation and coordinators.
  8. Support manufacturing design reviews, master sample reviews, tooling reviews and special assembly instructions for wiring systems. Track readiness of suppliers for customer events. Attend manufacturing locations for design evaluation activity (Assembly trial, Trial Parts inspection, etc.).
  9. Research, gather, collect, analyze, organize and summarize specifications, requirements, competitive benchmarking requirements related to Vehicle Electrical Distribution Systems.
  10. Others assignments that may be assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
  • 5+ years experience as a Design Release Engineer.
  • 3+ years wire harness EDS engineering experience or equivalent; 2D and 3D experience preferred.
  • Intermediate Catia, Mentor XC and strong Excel experience.
  • Familiar with product launch and program management.
  • Self-directed individual with solid background in failure analysis.
  • Strong customer interface skills, good English language skills (written and spoken), good time management skills.

About Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400 year old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability. With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has been delivering innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years, and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics. SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers. Our associates are what drive Sumitomo's continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation.
To learn more about us, please visit www.sewsus.com.
Follow Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric-wiring-systems
About the Sumitomo Electric Group
Since the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897 with copper wire production, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables. With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide variety of products that fulfill the expectations of society, in five business fields: Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials. We are a Fortune global 500 company.
To learn more about Sumitomo Electric Group, please visit http://global-sei.com.
Follow Us on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric
**Interested Candidates Should Submit Cover Letter and Salary History When Applying.** An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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