Harness Electrical Engineer

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Harness Electrical Engineer

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: Hybrid

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain security clearance

Career Level: Mid-Career

Requisition ID: 17200205

Description: About the role:

General Dynamics Land Systems is seeking Harness Design Engineer in our Sterling Heights, MI facility. The role will focus on designing and coordinating electrical wiring harness systems, including schematics, layouts, and installations, while ensuring compliance with environmental and performance standards. Responsibilities include tracking design progress, supporting fabrication and installation, and driving process improvements to deliver high-quality solutions on time.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation in delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending on your first day.
• competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational Assistance
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
• On-going learning opportunities a rewarding work environment
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role:

• Coordinate the harness design execution to support multiple products. This includes harness schematic maturity, harness routings, harness drawings, harness installations, harness interconnects, and harness electrical wiring diagrams.
• Lead the development and documentation of component and subsystem requirements for the electrical harness system. Design electrical wiring harnesses to include component selection for connectors, back shells, sleeving, braiding, sealants, boots, transitions, etc.
• This position will be determining harness layout through vehicle and branch points for multi-branch harnesses.
• Designing to environmental requirements for temperature, shock, vibration, submergence and exposure to harsh chemicals.
• Work directly in Capital Harness System (CHS) (aka Mentor Graphics) software, specifically in Harness XC, Capital Logic and Capital Topology
• Developing harness components to meet key performance and timing targets by working collaboratively with Product Engineering, EMC, Systems Engineering, Packaging Analysis, Design Services, Planning, and Program teams.
• Works with Systems Engineers to define whole vehicle pin-level interconnect.
• Works with Physical Architects to define harness routing channels, space claims in the vehicle.
• Works with Systems Engineers to define whole vehicle pin-level interconnect.
• Works with Physical Architects to define harness routing channels, space claims in the vehicle.
• Works with Senior Engineers on the overall packaging design of harnesses and selection of components.
• Works with a team of engineers to accomplish program objectives.
• Responsible for tracking harness design progress and presenting to key stakeholders.
• Ensures the harness design and interfaces are defined and designed in adherence to engineering standard work for the purpose of on-time high quality delivery.
• Will support continuous process improvement, best practices, lessons learned, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support harness fabrication and vehicle installation build

Qualifications Sought for this role:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 3+ years' work experience is desired in an engineering role.
• Experience with Capital Harness System (CHS) (aka Mentor Graphics) software, specifically in Harness XC, Capital Logic and Capital Topology
• Ability to balance cost/schedule/technical priorities.
• Experience with Microsoft Visio desirable.
• Experience with Pro-E Creo desirable.
• Experience with NX desirable.
• Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use Engineering Development and Test Tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and record keeping.
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in MS Office suite.

Additional Information / Desired Experience

• This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
• Previous experience with ground combat Vehicle environment is a plus.
• Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills is required. Works well in team and individually
• This position will need the candidate to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparableandbusiness considerations when extending an offer.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
About the role:

General Dynamics Land Systems is seeking Harness Design Engineer in our Sterling Heights, MI facility. The role will focus on designing and coordinating electrical wiring harness systems, including schematics, layouts, and installations, while ensuring compliance with environmental and performance standards. Responsibilities include tracking design progress, supporting fabrication and installation, and driving process improvements to deliver high-quality solutions on time.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation in delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending on your first day.
• competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational Assistance
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
• On-going learning opportunities a rewarding work environment
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role:

• Coordinate the harness design execution to support multiple products. This includes harness schematic maturity, harness routings, harness drawings, harness installations, harness interconnects, and harness electrical wiring diagrams.
• Lead the development and documentation of component and subsystem requirements for the electrical harness system. Design electrical wiring harnesses to include component selection for connectors, back shells, sleeving, braiding, sealants, boots, transitions, etc.
• This position will be determining harness layout through vehicle and branch points for multi-branch harnesses.
• Designing to environmental requirements for temperature, shock, vibration, submergence and exposure to harsh chemicals.
• Work directly in Capital Harness System (CHS) (aka Mentor Graphics) software, specifically in Harness XC, Capital Logic and Capital Topology
• Developing harness components to meet key performance and timing targets by working collaboratively with Product Engineering, EMC, Systems Engineering, Packaging Analysis, Design Services, Planning, and Program teams.
• Works with Systems Engineers to define whole vehicle pin-level interconnect.
• Works with Physical Architects to define harness routing channels, space claims in the vehicle.
• Works with Systems Engineers to define whole vehicle pin-level interconnect.
• Works with Physical Architects to define harness routing channels, space claims in the vehicle.
• Works with Senior Engineers on the overall packaging design of harnesses and selection of components.
• Works with a team of engineers to accomplish program objectives.
• Responsible for tracking harness design progress and presenting to key stakeholders.
• Ensures the harness design and interfaces are defined and designed in adherence to engineering standard work for the purpose of on-time high quality delivery.
• Will support continuous process improvement, best practices, lessons learned, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support harness fabrication and vehicle installation build

Qualifications Sought for this role:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 3+ years' work experience is desired in an engineering role.
• Experience with Capital Harness System (CHS) (aka Mentor Graphics) software, specifically in Harness XC, Capital Logic and Capital Topology
• Ability to balance cost/schedule/technical priorities.
• Experience with Microsoft Visio desirable.
• Experience with Pro-E Creo desirable.
• Experience with NX desirable.
• Basic proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use Engineering Development and Test Tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and record keeping.
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in MS Office suite.

Additional Information / Desired Experience

• This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
• Previous experience with ground combat Vehicle environment is a plus.
• Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position. Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills is required. Works well in team and individually
• This position will need the candidate to work occasional evening and/or weekend overtime as required.

GDLS considers factors such as, scope/responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education/training background, in addition to local market comparableandbusiness considerations when extending an offer.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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