Wire Harness Designer

In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing battery systems, wiring harnesses, body electronics, and interior lighting. Your work will include handling the mechanical and electrical components of wiring harnesses, such as relays, fuses, fuse boxes, relay modules, body/door control units, power distribution units, and more. Additionally, you will manage the physical components of the interior lighting system, including map lights, accent lighting, and cargo lighting.

• Design automotive wiring harnesses and circuit structures, fusing systems, battery, and body electronics.
• Conduct feasibility studies, cost analysis, engineering calculations, and specification development.
• Utilize CAD tools for 3D and 2D mechanical design and drawings, and for electrical system schematic design.
• Develop automotive wiring harnesses and manage scheduling and coordination activities for part development.
• Prepare reporting documentation for evaluations and team events.
• Collaborate closely with test engineers to develop specifications, interpret test results, and modify designs as needed.
• Communicate effectively with purchasing, manufacturing, project teams, and suppliers to negotiate design details and resolve issues.
• Estimate part costs and collaborate on supplier quotes and negotiations.
• Mentor, train, and lead less experienced team members.

• Experience with fuse boxes, wiring harnesses, electronics, relays, power distribution units, circuit structures, and fusing systems.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as CATIA and SolidWorks for harness and circuit design.
• Strong skills in design feasibility, cost analysis, and schematic and panel design.
• Experience in 3D electronic design, product design, and wireframing.

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• At least 3 months of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools.
• Basic understanding of engineering concepts related to mechanical statics and dynamics design, circuit analysis, and electric devices.
• Competency in problem-solving, decision-making, and prioritization.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, especially in vendor interactions.

You will be part of a design team consisting of approximately 40 professionals. The work environment is research and development-focused with a strong demand for engineering expertise for the foreseeable future. You will enjoy good leadership within the department.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Raymond, OH.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $43.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Raymond,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $35 - $43