Electrical Wire Design Engineer (Associate or Experienced)

Boeing Careers; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 92,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing North Charleston, SC seeks an Electrical Wire Design Engineer (Associate or Experienced) to define future 787 wire configurations and design robust wire harness solutions. You will create and maintain wire diagrams, develop work statements, and apply specification documents to deliver certified designs.

Ideal candidates have a B.S. in engineering and 2+ years in an engineering role, with strong teamwork and problem‑solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ related work experience.
• 2+ years’ experience in an engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Experience in electrical system architecture design, wiring design, harness design is required.
• Generate and maintain wire diagrams for released designs.
• Develop wire design work statements for new design implementation.
• Utilize process documents, specifications and procedures for electrical commodities.
• Work under general direction of lead Engineer and mentor to grow technical skills.

Skills

Electrical wire design

Wire diagrams

Teamwork

Problem solving

Written & verbal communications

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Commercial Airlines (BCA), 787 Wire Design organization has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Wire Design Engineer (Associate or Experienced) in North Charleston, SC. The positions will help us define the future 787 Commercial customer introduction configurations within the wire design team.

Boeing South Carolina is the home of the 787 Dreamliner. Our team designs, builds and delivers the 787 Dreamliner family of airplanes to customers all over the world. The industry-leading technology of the 787 Dreamliner is creating remarkable opportunities for airlines around the world and dramatically improving the air travel experience. We create a better way to fly for the passengers with more comfort and less fatigue like non-other in the air. We call it the Dreamliner effect.

Want to discover how aerospace innovations take flight? Join our diverse teams at Boeing, where we collaborate to build aircraft that embody our core principles of safety, quality, and integrity. We're seeking highly motivated candidates with strong knowledge of detailed wire components, interface control documents, and wire type and gauge requirements for specific commodity circuits. This role offers the chance to learn about the people and cutting-edge products shaping the future of air travel. If this aligns with your skills and values, we invite you to apply and become part of our culture.

Our Teams are currently hiring for a range of experience levels including Associate or Experienced.

Position Responsibilities:

• Experience in Electrical system architecture design, wiring design, harness design is required.

• Generate and maintain wire diagrams for released designs.

• Develop wire design work statements for new design implementation.

• Utilize process documents, specifications and procedures that support the design and manufacture of electrical commodities.

• Individuals should be able to work under general direction of lead Engineer and an expert mentor to enhance both technical learning and career growth.

Work Authorization Statement:

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at our North Charleston, SC location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.

• 2 or more years’ related work experience.

• 2 or more years’ of experience in an engineering role.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5 or more years’ related work experience.

• Experience working with and applying aircraft design requirements.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to quickly adapt to program tools and procedures.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Strong written, verbal communications and presentation skills.

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process to all job descriptions moving forward.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Union:

This is not a union-represented position.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range:

• Associate (Level 2): $91,800 – $124,200

• Experienced (Level 3): $112,200 - $151,800

Additional Information:

• All information provided will be checked and may be verified.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 02, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, U.S. Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.