Harness Engineer

Job Overview

We are seeking a Harness Engineer to join our dynamic Electrical Engineering Team. The successful candidate will serve as a harness design engineer with hands-on technician abilities to support quick-turn builds and prototyping of electrical harnesses for our autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) and related technologies. 

• Design and develop electrical harnesses for ASV systems, including power distribution, signal routing, and cable management, to meet functional, performance, and reliability requirements 
• Utilize CAD software and design tools to create detailed harness schematics, layouts, and assembly drawings, incorporating design considerations for wire gauges, connectors, shielding, and environmental factors 
• Research, select and procureappropriate connectors, back-shells, contacts, wire, shielding, and cable construction for the product to meet appropriate environmental requirements 
• Define harness requirements, develop specifications, and ensure compatibility with overall ASV designs 
• Fabricate and assemble electrical harnesses using hands-on technician skills, including wire stripping, crimping, soldering, and harness bundling techniques, to support quick-turn builds and prototyping activities 
• Perform functional testing and validation of electrical harnesses, including continuity checks, insulation resistance tests, and signal integrity tests, to verify compliance with design specifications and performance objectives 
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to harness design, fabrication, and installation during development, testing, and field deployment 
• Participate in design reviews and provide input to identify issues and drive design choices  
• Document and maintainaccurate records of harness designs, specifications, fabrication processes, and test results, ensuring traceability and compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements 

• Proficiency in Rapid Harness and PTC Creo Schematic, or similar tools for harness design and documentation 
• Proven work experience as a Harness Engineer or similar role, with expertise in electrical harness design and fabrication 
• Strong knowledge of electrical wiring and cable management principles, including understanding of wire gauges, insulation materials, shielding techniques, and environmental considerations 
• Familiarity with common electrical bus interfaces (CAN, Ethernet, RS422, RS232) Hands-on technician abilities with experience in wire harness assembly, including proficiency in wire stripping, crimping, soldering, and harness bundling techniques 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex harness design and integration issues 
• A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is preferred; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree