Harness Design Engineer

Softworld, a Kelly Company; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Harness Design Engineer in Sterling Heights, Michigan. This role involves designing electrical wiring harnesses and ensuring compliance with environmental requirements. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 7 years of experience. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with proficiency in relevant software tools. US citizenship is required due to government contracting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant post-graduate work.
• Ability to balance cost/schedule/technical priorities.

Responsibilities

• Designing electrical wiring harnesses including component selection.
• Determining harness layout through vehicle and branch points.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Visio

Capital Harness System

Pro-E Creo

NX

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Softworld, a Kelly Company provided pay range

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Base pay range

$50.00/hr - $62.00/hr

Job Title: Harness Design Engineer

Job Location: Heights Michigan 48310

Onsite Requirements:

• Automotive/defense

Job Description:

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role:

• Designing electrical wiring harnesses to include component selection for connectors, backshells, sleeving, braiding, sealants, boots, transitions, etc.
• Determining harness layout through vehicle and branch points for multi-branch harnesses
• Designing to environmental requirements for temperature, shock, vibration, submergence and exposure to harsh chemicals
• Designing harnesses in Capital Harness System (CHS) (aka Mentor Graphics) software, working specifically in Harness XC, Capital Logic and Capital Topology

Secondary Tasks:

• Working with CAD draftsman to route harnesses in 3D CAD tools (Pro-E and/or NX)
• Working with CAD draftsman to develop released drawings for harnesses, electrical installations, wiring diagrams, etc.
• Working with systems engineers to define whole vehicle pin-level interconnect
• Working with physical architects to define harness routing channels, space claims
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Sought:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Computer Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 7 years of relevant post graduate work.
• Ability to balance cost/schedule/technical priorities.
• Occasional overtime and weekend hours may be required to complete critical tasks.
• Experience with Microsoft Visio desirable.
• Experience with Capital Harness System (CHS) (aka Mentor Graphics) software, specifically in Harness XC, Capital Logic and Capital Topology is desirable.
• Experience with Pro-E Creo desirable.
• Experience with NX desirable.
• Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use Engineering Development and Test Tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with interdisciplinary teams.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance if necessary.
  
  
  

**This client is a US Federal Government contractor and is legally required to hire US Citizens. US Citizens will only be considered for this role.

• Due to the nature of the work, a United States Government Clearance is required to be eligible for the position**

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Manufacturing, and Other

• Industries

  Design Services, Engineering Services, and Professional Services

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