Wire Harness Engineer

We are looking for an electrical harness engineer who can play a key role in the development of our battery module electronics and control systems. You will be part of a rapidly growing team responsible for PCBA design, component selection, wire harness designs, and validation testing, with exposure to a broad range of technical challenges and methods in product development, including connector selection, cable shielding, twisted pair communication wires, cable protection, and harness routing.

• Work cross-functionally with Mechanical, Compliance, and Electrical engineers to define harness requirements, material, and connector selection
• Create and maintain 2D electrical harness single and multi-line schematics
• Draft fabrication, manufacturing, inspection, and assembly drawings for wire harness assemblies
• Identify suitable materials and components for wire harness assembly
• Work closely with procurement teams to source materials and components from approved suppliers
• Define routing, shielding, wire color, sealing, and EMI design specifications
• Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers on wire harness CAD routing through mechanical features and harness fixation points
• Troubleshoot wire harness bring-up and validation
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and solutions effectively to team members and management

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 2+ years experience in product development (experience in energy storage or renewable energy is a plus)
• Hands‑on experience designing and building electro‑mechanical systems and harnesses
• Expertise with 3D CAD, PLM, and harness design software such as Zuken E3
• Proven expertise in 2D drawing creation software
• Strong knowledge of industry‑specific regulations and standards (e.g., UL, IPC)
• Familiarity with reading electrical schematics
• Experience with twisted pair and shielding for communication harnesses
• Experience working with weather‑sealed connectors

• $,000

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.