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Wire Harness Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$125K - $225K/yr

Collaborate with EE to translate schematics into physical harness designs * Ensure proper bend radius, shielding, separation, and routing best practices in line with EWIS/USCAR standards * Support ...

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Wire Harness Engineer

San Jose, CA

$125K - $225K/yr

Collaborate with EE to translate schematics into physical harness designs * Ensure proper bend radius, shielding, separation, and routing best practices in line with EWIS/USCAR standards * Support ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for wiring harness designer 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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A Wiring Harness Designer is responsible for creating the layouts and schematics for electrical wiring systems used in vehicles, machinery, or electronic equipment. Their main tasks include designing wiring routes, selecting appropriate materials, and ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards. They work closely with engineers, manufacturers, and other stakeholders to create efficient and reliable wiring solutions that meet the specific needs of a project. Wiring Harness Designers use specialized software to develop and test their designs before production.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wiring harness designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Wiring Harness Designer, you need a solid understanding of electrical engineering principles, CAD design skills, and experience with harness manufacturing standards, typically supported by a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering. Familiarity with CAD software like CATIA, SolidWorks Electrical, and wiring diagram tools, as well as knowledge of industry standards such as IPC/WHMA-A-620, is essential. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help ensure accurate designs and efficient collaboration with cross-functional teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for creating reliable, safe, and manufacturable wiring harnesses that meet project specifications and industry regulations.

What are some common challenges wiring harness designers face when collaborating with cross-functional teams?

Wiring Harness Designers often work closely with engineers, manufacturing teams, and suppliers to ensure their designs meet technical specifications and are feasible for production. A common challenge is managing changes from multiple stakeholders, which can impact design timelines and require frequent updates to the harness layout. Effective communication and solid organizational skills are essential to keep track of revisions and ensure everyone is aligned, especially when working on complex products with tight deadlines.

What is the difference between Wiring Harness Designer vs Electrical Engineer?

AspectWiring Harness DesignerElectrical Engineer
CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, certifications like IPC/WHMA-A-620Bachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering, PE license (optional)
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, automotive, aerospace industries, design labsDesign, testing, research labs, project planning
Employer & IndustryAutomotive, aerospace, industrial equipment manufacturersElectronics, power systems, consumer electronics companies
Common Search/ComparisonWiring Harness Designer vs Electrical Engineer

The Wiring Harness Designer focuses on creating detailed wiring harness layouts and ensuring compatibility with manufacturing processes, often working closely with production teams. Electrical Engineers have a broader scope, designing electrical systems, analyzing circuits, and overseeing electrical components. While both roles require electrical knowledge and certifications, Wiring Harness Designers specialize in harness assembly, whereas Electrical Engineers work on overall electrical system design and integration.

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Release Engineer II (Wire Harness)

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.

Farmington Hills, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design and release wire harness drawings for Nissan programs utilizing NX (3D) & Harness Designer (2D).

  • Support vehicle launches and prototype builds at customer or manufacturing locations, including travel.

  • Interface with internal and international teams to translate changes to 3D packaging and 2D drawings.

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 II
BASIC PURPOSE:
Design and development of wire harnesses for current production programs as well as launching of new programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Design and release wire harness drawings for Nissan programs utilizing NX (3D) & Harness Designer (2D).
  2. Read and understand vehicle electrical schematics.
  3. Understand / mark-up / sign off on 2D wire harness drawings.
  4. Identify, track and resolve open issues.
  5. Good (positive) communication skills.
  6. Ability to mark up cost studies and other changes points in order to communicate to our customers (internal & external).
  7. Interface directly with our systems engineering team in order to translate changes to the 3D packaging & 2D drawings.
  8. 3D CAD experience is a must. (NX, CATIA or IDEAS).
  9. Interface with internal SEWS (USA) / SWS (Japan) / K&S (Mexico) / PKI (The Philippines) / SVWS (Vietnam) functional groups.
  10. Support vehicle launches / prototype builds at the customer or Sumitomo manufacturing location. Traveling is a must.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 3-5 years experience with wire harness design and packaging (Layout). Wire harness experience is desired; however, any automotive experience could be considered.
  • CAD (3D/2D) experience is required.
  • Good language skills, both verbal and written, Japanese language is a plus

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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