Senior High-Voltage Cable Harness Design Engineer

ChargePoint; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading EV charging network provider is seeking a Senior High-Voltage Cable Harness Design Engineer to focus on manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and quality in product design. Responsibilities include executing designs from architecture to production, interfacing with suppliers, and developing production tooling. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Engineering and 6+ years of relevant experience, particularly in cable harness design. The position offers a salary range of $140,000 to $180,000 and aims to foster an inclusive and diverse team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of industry experience in an engineering role, with 3 years in cable harness or interconnect design.
• Experience with standards and regulations including USCAR, IEC, IPC.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding and CNC machining.

Responsibilities

• Execute from architecture to mass production.
• Interface directly with global suppliers for efficient designs.
• Identify design opportunities for cost and quality improvements.

Skills

Design, prototype, and refine engineering solutions

Understanding of cable/connector tests

Working knowledge of metallurgy and solid mechanics

Proficient in CAD software

Ability to optimize electrical harness designs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Zuken

NX

Job description

Senior High-Voltage Cable Harness Design Engineer – ChargePoint

Location: Campbell, CA

Targeted US salary range: $140,000 to $180,000.

About the Role

As the Senior High‑Voltage Cable Harness Design Engineer, you will focus on manufacturability, cost‑effectiveness, and quality of current production and new products.

Responsibilities

• Execution from architecture to mass production.
• Design, prototype, and refine solutions to difficult engineering challenges.
• Interface directly with global suppliers to efficiently execute designs into mass production.
• Identify design opportunities for quality, cost, assembly, and manufacturing.
• Develop production tooling and monitor for production.
• Perform root cause and failure analysis on parts and products.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of industry experience in an engineering role with 3 years in cable harness or interconnect design.
• Understanding of cable/connector tests (cross‑section, pull‑out, current cycling, electrical performance).
• Working knowledge of basic metallurgy, solid mechanics, and material selection as it relates to electrical contacts, conductors, and insulators.
• Connector selection (IP‑rated, pin‑outs, etc.; crimp & crimp quality).
• Experience with standards and regulations (USCAR, IEC, IPC).
• Interference/shielding/grounding considerations (EMI, routing).
• Thermal design of contacts and ampacity.
• Wire gauge selection (twisted pair, micro‑coax, AWG, etc.).
• Ability to optimize complex electrical harness wire designs, drawings, and schematics.
• Experience working on regulated consumer or industrial products, including design of components or systems submitted for regulatory compliance approval.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding, CNC machining, and mass‑production processes.
• Self‑starter comfortable driving multiple parts and aspects of the product design process simultaneously.
• Ability to learn quickly and operate outside of your comfort zone.
• Proficient in CAD (Zuken & NX highly preferred, others accepted).
• Ability to review and optimize 2‑D drawings, including understanding tolerances of various manufacturing methods and GD &T.

Desired Skills

• High‑power system and interconnect design (up to 1 kV & 500 A).
• Ruggedized outdoor electromechanical products (IP protection).
• Strong background in failure analysis and root‑cause investigations.
• Material selection for functional and regulatory requirements.

About ChargePoint

ChargePoint is a leading EV charging network provider committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse team.

EEO Statement

ChargePoint is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any legally protected status.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports all qualified individuals. Persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations throughout the employment process.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to access any other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].