Electrical Engineer in Bismarck

Job Description Electrical Engineer – Harness & EV Systems

Bismarck, ND

Onsite

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer with expertise in wiring harness design, EV systems, and heavy equipment platforms. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience in new product development (NPD), prototype development, and electrical system integration, working across cross‑functional engineering teams in complex industrial environments.

This role will contribute to next‑electrification, autonomous systems, and heavy machinery platforms, ensuring robust, compliant, and high‑performance electrical architectures.

• Lead the design and development of wiring harnesses and electrical schematics for heavy machinery, EV platforms, and industrial equipment.
• Support full product lifecycle engineering including concept, design, validation, and production release.
• Develop electrical system architectures, harness layouts, and detailed drawings using tools like Creo Schematics and Capital.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (mechanical, software, manufacturing) to translate requirements into engineering solutions.
• Participate in design reviews, product strategy discussions, and innovation programs, especially for EV and autonomous products.
• Support prototype development and testing, including hardware, embedded systems, and software modifications for validation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety requirements, and customer specifications.
• Perform engineering calculations and define manufacturing, installation, and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in design efficiency, reliability, and product performance.
• Interface with clients and internal stakeholders to capture program scope, technical requirements, and deliverables.

• EV and hybrid platforms (loaders, skid steers, tractors)
• Autonomous and by‑wire system development.
• Portable power generators and industrial equipment.
• Heavy machinery and mining applications.
• Battery systems and BMS concepts.

• Strong experience in wiring harness design and schematics development
• Hands‑on expertise in Creo (8/10), Creo Schematics, Capital Wiring Designer, and Altium Designer
• Exposure to MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW (good to have)
• Embedded systems and C++ programming (good to have)

• Electrical systems design for heavy equipment / automotive / EV platforms
• Knowledge of high‑voltage systems, battery systems, and electrification
• Experience with new product development (NPD) and prototype builds

• 7 ~ 8 years of experience in Electrical Engineering across heavy machinery, EV, and industrial sectors
• Proven track record in complex engineering programs and innovation initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (required)

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Attention to detail and engineering rigor
• Ability to work in cross‑functional and global teams
• Proactive, results‑driven, and capable of managing multiple priorities