Job Title: Wiring & Harness Designer
Job Description
The Wiring & Harness Designer will design and develop wiring harnesses and associated schematics for automotive applications. This role involves creating detailed 2D drawings, selecting appropriate components, and using specialized design tools to deliver accurate and reliable harness designs that meet project and industry standards. The designer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and contribute actively as a supportive and communicative team member.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop wiring harnesses for automotive applications, ensuring reliability, manufacturability, and compliance with project requirements.
- Apply wiring harness domain knowledge to select appropriate components based on technical criteria and application needs.
- Create clear and accurate 2D drawings for wiring harnesses, including all necessary details for manufacturing and installation.
- Develop wiring harness drawings using Vector PREEvision or equivalent tools such as CHS or similar harness design software.
- Create schematic diagrams using Vector PREEvision or equivalent tools, ensuring that electrical connections and configurations are correctly represented.
- Review and refine wiring harness and schematic designs to improve clarity, performance, and ease of implementation.
- Collaborate with team members from engineering and related functions to understand design requirements and incorporate feedback into harness designs.
- Communicate design decisions, issues, and updates clearly and professionally to stakeholders and team members.
- Contribute as an active team player by supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge, and participating in design discussions and reviews.
Essential Skills
- Strong wiring harness domain knowledge, including understanding of harness architecture and component selection criteria.
- Hands-on experience creating wiring harness drawings using Vector PREEvision or equivalent tools such as CHS or similar harness design software.
- Hands-on experience creating schematic diagrams using Vector PREEvision or equivalent tools.
- Basic knowledge of 2D drawing creation for wiring harnesses and related components.
- Automotive domain experience, with exposure to automotive electrical or wiring systems.
- Good communication skills to effectively share information and collaborate with team members.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute as a reliable team player.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with multiple wiring harness design tools, including Vector PREEvision and CHS or similar applications.
- Familiarity with schematic design practices in automotive or related industries.
- Ability to interpret and translate automotive electrical requirements into wiring harness and schematic designs.
- Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in drawings and schematics.
- Collaborative mindset with a willingness to support cross-functional engineering activities.
Work Environment
The Wiring & Harness Designer will work in a professional engineering environment focused on automotive electrical and wiring systems. The role involves extensive use of specialized design software such as Vector PREEvision and equivalent tools like CHS for harness and schematic creation, along with standard 2D drawing applications. Work is typically performed in an office or design-center setting, collaborating closely with other engineers and team members. The environment emphasizes teamwork, clear communication, and continuous improvement of design quality.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
