Hardware Designer ; Electrical​/Cable & Harness Design

Position: Hardware Designer 3 (Electrical / Cable & Harness Design)
Description

Job Title: Hardware Designer 3 (Electrical / Cable & Harness Design)

Location:
Fremont, CA

Employment Type:
Contract

Industry: Semiconductor

Compensation: $64.29/ hour

About the Opportunity:

Join a highly innovative engineering team developing advanced hardware solutions that power cutting-edge technology. In this role, you'll design and develop cable, wire harness, and system interconnect solutions while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to bring complex systems to life.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Be part of a forward-thinking engineering team at the forefront of innovation
• Work on highly technical, precision-driven projects with real-world impact
• Collaborative culture that encourages problem-solving and continuous learning
• Strong opportunity to expand expertise in CAD, PLM systems, and electronic design

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to work on advanced hardware systems that support next-generation technologies, giving you meaningful exposure to complex product development and high-impact engineering work.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

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What You'll Do:

• Design and develop cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and system interconnects using CAD tools (Zuken E3)

• Translate system schematics into detailed wiring diagrams and manufacturing documentation

• Create and manage BOMs, wiring lists, and electrical design documentation

• Select components such as connectors, cables, and shielding to ensure system reliability

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to resolve engineering issues and meet project deadlines

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• 3+ years of experience in electrical design, cable design, or wire harness development
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of experience using CAD tools, including Zuken E3

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience with Team Center PLM, NX CAD, SAP, or iPLM systems
• Knowledge of IPC-620, ANSI, ASME, or MIL-STD specifications
• Proven experience creating 2D manufacturing drawings and interpreting engineering specifications
• Experience designing complex cable and harness assemblies for high-reliability applications
• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and communicate risks effectively

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check
• Occasional overtime may be required

After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit.

The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Talent Rise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.