GTI Fabrication ยท 4 hours ago
Cable & Harness Engineer
GTI Energy is a fast-growing industrial manufacturer specializing in battery systems and energy storage solutions. They are seeking an experienced Cabling & Harness Engineer to design and support electrical harness and cabling systems for advanced battery systems, overseeing the entire lifecycle from concept to production.
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Responsibilities
Design and develop wiring harnesses, cable assemblies, and interconnect systems for modular energy storage and battery systems
Create detailed schematics, wiring diagrams, pinout charts, and bill of materials using CAD and electrical design software (SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar)
Define conductor sizes, insulation types, shielding, connectors, strain reliefs, and protective coverings suitable for harsh industrial environments
Generate complete manufacturing documentation, including harness assembly drawings, work instructions, and routing layouts
Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure harness designs are optimized for manufacturability, reliability, and cost
Support harness assembly builds on the production floor, resolving issues during first article and pilot runs
Ensure harness designs comply with industry standards (UL 508A, NFPA 70/79, IPC/WHMA-A-620) and customer specifications
Support electrical validation and testing of harness assemblies, including continuity, hipot, and insulation resistance testing
Conduct design reviews, root cause analysis, and corrective actions on harness-related quality issues
Work closely with electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and supply chain teams to integrate harness designs into overall product architecture
Coordinate with vendors on component selection, harness tooling, and supply lead times
Drive improvements in harness design practices, documentation standards, and assembly processes
Evaluate new connector technologies, wire types, and harness manufacturing methods for use in next-generation energy systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related engineering field
5+ years of experience in cable and harness design for industrial or energy storage applications
Strong knowledge of electrical harness design principles, connector selection, and cable routing practices
Proficiency with electrical CAD tools (SolidWorks Electrical, AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar)
Familiarity with high-voltage DC cabling, grounding/bonding methods, and EMI mitigation
Working knowledge of UL 508A, NFPA 70/79, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and cross-functional communication skills
Hands-on experience supporting harness manufacturing or assembly builds
Preferred
Experience designing harnesses for battery systems, EVs, or renewable energy equipment
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite preferred) for BOM and part management
Knowledge of mechanical CAD (SolidWorks) for routing harnesses in 3D assemblies
Experience supporting harness validation, testing, and failure analysis
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits