Design Engineer – Electrical Wiring Harness - JD18

expleo-jobs-in-en; Chennai District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative working environment

Continuous learning

Global organisation

Job summary

Expleo is hiring an Electrical Wiring Harness Design Engineer in Chennai to design and validate harness systems for automotive and industrial equipment. You will create 2D/3D routings using CAD tools, generate wiring diagrams and BOMs, and participate in DFMEA and design reviews.

Collaborative work with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams is essential. You should have a BE in Mechanical Engineering with hands-on wiring harness experience, plus proficiency in CATIA Electrical, Capital

Qualifications

• BE in Mechanical Engineering with experience in wiring harness design.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and harness architecture.
• Proficient with CAD tools for harness design and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop wiring harness systems for vehicles or industrial equipment.
• Create 2D/3D harness routing using CATIA V5, Siemens NX, or Zuken E3.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers.
• Produce wiring diagrams, connector tables, and BOMs.
• Conduct DFMEA, design reviews, and validation activities.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Engage with suppliers for component selection and cost feedback.

Skills

Wiring harness architecture

CAD for harness design

PLM and change management

Interpreting electrical schematics

Communication and teamwork

Analytical thinking

Adaptability and learning

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

BE in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA Electrical

Capital Harness

Zuken E3

Enovia

Job description

Overview

Expleo is the home of bold and reliable minds. With more than 50 years of experience in developing complex products, optimising manufacturing processes, and ensuring the quality of information systems, Expleo boasts an extensive global footprint, powered by 19,000highly skilledexperts delivering value in 30 countries.

Our efforts in creating a supportive and inclusive workplace in India have earned us some key recognitions:

• 'Great Place to Work' certification for building a supportive, engaging environment.
• 'Progressive Place to Work,' by ET Now, for our dedication to innovation and inclusive workplace policies.
• 'Best Organizations for Women,' by ET Now, for empowering women by providing equal opportunities, supporting professional development and promoting inclusive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical wiring harness systems for vehicles or industrial equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.
• Create 2D and 3D harness routing using CAD tools (e.g., CATIA V5, Siemens NX, or Zuken E3).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to integrate harness designs into overall product architecture.
• Generate and maintain detailed documentation including wiring diagrams, connector tables, and BOMs.
• Conduct design reviews, DFMEA, and validation activities to ensure product reliability and manufacturability.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and troubleshooting of harness systems.
• Interface with suppliers for component selection, cost optimization, and manufacturability feedback.

Qualifications

BE in Mechanical Engineering with Experience in Wiring harness design

Essential skills

• Strong understanding of electrical systems, wiring harness architecture, and component selection.
• Proficiency in CAD tools for harness design (e.g., CATIA Electrical, Capital Harness, Zuken E3).
• Familiarity with automotive or industrial standards (e.g., ISO 26262, IPC/WHMA-A-620).
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Experience with PLM systems and change management processes.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work with deadlines & without supervision
• Analytical skills and logical thinking
• Adaptability and learning skills
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills

Desired skills

• 1-3 years of experience in Electrical Wiring Harness, Design, Harness routing, Modification, Drawing, BOM, Design Release in Enovia
• 80% wiring harness design and 20% Sheet metal or plastic design Experience
• Software skills: Catia, Must be BE/BTech Mechanical or Electrical with good academic record
• Good communication and explanation skill

Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in Electrical Wiring Harness, Design, Harness routing, Modification, Drawing, BOM, Design Release in Enovia
• 80% wiring harness design and 20% Sheet metal or plastic design Experience
• Software skills: Catia, Must be BE/BTech Mechanical or Electrical with good academic record
• Good communication and explanation skill

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – We stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers, developing solutions that create a sustainable today and tomorrow.
• Continuous learning - Our Learning & Leadership Development team has established a world-class learning ecosystem that enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses.
• Global organisation - We provide solutions to leading brands from various sectors, giving you the opportunity to work with top-tier companies providing impactful solutions to our customers’ customers.