Prototype Vehicle Wiring Lead & Diagnostics Technician

TechDigital Group; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TechDigital Group seeks a Mule Wiring Technician who leads triage, diagnostics, and root-cause analysis of wiring harnesses and electrical distribution on prototype vehicles, collaborating with Build Support, Global Engineering, Program Management, and Manufacturing to resolve issues across development.

You will interpret wiring diagrams, document findings, and contribute in design reviews, cross-functional meetings, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure robust electrical systems and

Qualifications

• Associates/technical degree or equivalent experience in automotive/electronics.
• Experience diagnosing wiring harness issues and reviewing electrical drawings.
• Familiar with OEM change management processes and workflows.
• CAD/ECAD experience with CATIA, NX, SolidWorks or similar tools.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and analyze vehicle wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Lead diagnosis and root-cause investigation of wiring and harness issues.
• Troubleshoot harness, connector, and electrical distribution concerns on prototype vehicles.
• Document findings with clear reports and technical summaries.
• Serve as liaison between prototype builds and Advanced Wiring Engineering.
• Participate in design and build reviews and cross-functional meetings.
• Collaborate to implement corrective actions and drive issue resolution.
• Support continuous improvement of electrical systems and vehicle integration.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

Root-cause analysis

Wiring harness design

CAN diagnostics

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Prototype vehicle support

Education

Associate/Technical degree in Automotive or Electronics

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Computer Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Capital NX

SolidWorks

Mentor Graphics CAP-H

Teamcenter

Job description

Role Summary
The Mule Wiring Technician is responsible for leading the triage, diagnostics, and root-cause analysis of wire harnesses and electrical distribution systems on prototype vehicles. This role works closely with Build Support, Global Engineering, Program Management, and Manufacturing teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve electrical issues throughout the vehicle development process.
Key Responsibilities
• Read, interpret, and analyze vehicle wiring diagrams, schematics, and electrical drawings.
• Lead the diagnosis and root-cause investigation of electrical wiring and harness-related issues.
• Troubleshoot and resolve wire harness, connector, and electrical distribution system concerns on prototype vehicles.
• Document findings and provide clear, concise written reports and technical summaries.
• Serve as the technical liaison between prototype build teams and Advanced Wiring Engineering teams.
• Participate in design reviews, build reviews, and cross-functional coordination meetings.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams to implement corrective actions and drive issue resolution.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to electrical systems, harness design, and vehicle integration.

Basic Qualifications
• Associates or Technical Degree in Automotive or Electronics OR Equivalent Work Experience
• Familiarity with automotive dealership diagnostic and repair procedures.
• Experience with wire harness design, routing, packaging, and integration.
• Knowledge of OEM engineering change management processes, including change requests, change control, and approval workflows.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications and tools.
• Experience with CAD and electrical design platforms such as CATIA, Capital NX, SolidWorks, or Mentor Graphics CAP-H.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Experience with Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS) components and architecture.
• Teamcenter experience.
• CATIA Electrical Routing experience.
• Knowledge of Vector tools and CAN network diagnostics.
• Experience supporting prototype, pre-production, or vehicle development programs.

Key Competencies
• Electrical system diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Root-cause analysis
• Technical documentation and reporting
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Prototype vehicle support
• Attention to detail and quality focus
• Project coordination and communication skills