Wiring Harness Design Release Engineer

This contract position focuses on the design release, development, and integration of vehicle electrical distribution systems. The role is based in Warren, Michigan with a hybrid work arrangement. The assignment is facilitated through Bartech Staffing, at an hourly rate of USD 45 to 50.

Responsibilities

• Develop initial harness parts lists and perform complexity analyses to guide design decisions.
• Oversee wiring system design, development, integration, and release activities to ensure a smooth program flow.
• Coordinate supplier activities and provide support during technical reviews.
• Keep program timing, requirements, issues, and change management activities aligned throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support system integration efforts and participate in trade-off discussions to optimize architecture.
• Monitor and manage metrics related to cost, quality, weight, and performance of power and signal distribution systems.
• Support both virtual and physical vehicle build events to validate harness designs.
• Lead or participate in Product Development Team meetings to advance design goals.
• Contribute to benchmarking, peer reviews, wire harness assessments, and launch activities.
• Perform engineering analyses and implement design changes as required.
• Define system requirements and support testing and validation activities to verify compliance.
• Release parts and subsystems for production readiness.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience with vehicle electrical systems and/or wire harness design.
• Understanding of power and signal distribution systems within automotive applications.
• Experience releasing components into production environments.
• Familiarity with engineering change processes and collaboration with cross-functional program teams.
• Working knowledge of product development and release cycles.
• Basic understanding of CAD environments, packaging studies, and design analysis.
• Ability to collaborate with CAD and design specialists to support packaging and integration activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with employee contribution opportunities
• Paid time off, including holidays
• 529 college savings program