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- Wire Harness Assembly Technician
Position Summary
The Wire Harness Assembly Technician is responsible for assembling high-quality wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and electromechanical products according to engineering drawings, work instructions, and customer specifications. This position requires attention to detail, a commitment to quality, and the ability to work efficiently in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assemble wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and electrical components according to drawings and work instructions.
- Measure, cut, strip, crimp, solder, label, and terminate wires and cables.
- Install connectors, terminals, heat shrink, sleeving, and other electrical components.
- Perform continuity checks and basic electrical testing as required.
- Read and interpret assembly drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and wiring diagrams.
- Inspect completed assemblies to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Identify and report quality issues or discrepancies to supervisors.
- Maintain clean and organized workstations following 5S principles.
- Follow all company safety procedures and use required PPE.
- Accurately complete production documentation and traveler paperwork.
- Meet daily production goals while maintaining high quality standards.
- Assist with inventory accuracy by properly identifying and handling materials.
- Support cross-training and assist in other production areas as needed.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous manufacturing or assembly experience preferred but not required.
- Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
- Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Ability to distinguish wire colors accurately.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Basic computer skills are a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for detailed assembly work.
- Lift up to 35 pounds occasionally.
- Good vision, including close-up work and color recognition.
- Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive hand motions throughout the shift.
Desired Characteristics
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Dependable with good attendance.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Strong work ethic.
- Team-oriented while able to work independently.
- Takes pride in producing quality products.
Work Environment
- Climate-controlled manufacturing facility.
- Clean, organized production environment.
- Standard work schedule with overtime as required to meet customer demand.
Performance Expectations
- Produce defect-free assemblies that meet customer specifications.
- Maintain production efficiency while following all quality standards.
- Demonstrate continuous improvement in skills and productivity.
- Follow all safety, quality, and company policies.
- Automation Controls Design Engineer
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Electrical Design and Documentation
- Design industrial control systems, electrical control panels, schematics, and machine wiring.
- Develop panel layouts, wire harness drawings, wiring diagrams, I/O lists, cable schedules, and bills of materials.
- Select and specify PLCs, HMIs, power supplies, sensors, relays, circuit protection, drives, motors, and safety components.
- Create and update 2D and 3D CAD drawings.
- Maintain drawing revisions, engineering change records, and accurate as-built documentation.
- Design for manufacturability, serviceability, component availability, and project requirements.
Automation Programming and Troubleshooting
- Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs.
- Configure and support servo systems, motion controls, variable frequency drives, and industrial communication networks.
- Develop equipment operating sequences, operator interfaces, alarms, and diagnostic functions.
- Integrate machine safety devices and safety controls appropriate to the application.
- Diagnose electrical, programming, communication, and equipment performance issues.
- Maintain organized program files, backups, and revision records.
Estimating and Project Support
- Assist with project estimating, scope development, component selection, and engineering labor requirements.
- Participate in customer technical discussions to understand operating needs and define project requirements.
- Identify technical risks, missing information, and potential scope changes.
- Coordinate with purchasing and production on component availability, substitutions, and design questions.
- Communicate project status and priorities with management and the production team.
Production, Testing, and Commissioning
- Support control panel assembly, harness manufacturing, machine wiring, and equipment integration.
- Develop and perform functional tests to verify wiring, I/O, operating sequences, and safety functions.
- Assist with installation, startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting at customer locations as needed.
- Prepare operating instructions, technical documentation, and customer handoff information.
- Help resolve production and field issues through clear documentation and practical corrective actions.
Engineering Standards and Improvement
- Build reusable drawing templates, programming standards, component libraries, and documentation practices.
- Improve design consistency, production efficiency, and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Follow company and customer safety procedures and applicable project requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in electrical engineering, electrical engineering technology, automation, or a related field; equivalent technical education and relevant practical experience will also be considered.
- Relevant experience in industrial electrical design, controls engineering, or automation.
- Ability to develop and interpret electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Working knowledge of PLC and HMI programming and industrial control components.
- Experience using CAD software to produce clear, accurate engineering drawings.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to organize multiple assignments, manage revisions, and communicate project needs.
- Willingness to work directly with production personnel and support equipment testing and commissioning.
- Attention to detail, dependable follow-through, and a commitment to safe work practices.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Omron Sysmac / Sysmac Studio — strongly preferred.
- Omron NJ/NX controllers, NA HMIs, EtherCAT, servo/motion control, and safety systems.
- Allen-Bradley PLCs and Studio 5000.
- Bentley MicroStation.
- Electrical CAD and industrial control panel design.
- Industrial sensors, instrumentation, machine safety, and network troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with UL 508A requirements and panel documentation.
- Experience with ERP systems, bills of materials, purchasing documentation, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience developing reusable engineering standards and supporting projects from concept through commissioning.
Work Environment
This role includes computer-based design and programming, hands-on work in a manufacturing environment, and customer-site support when required. Travel and schedule flexibility may be needed for installation, startup, and commissioning.
Why Join Design Technologies?
This position offers the opportunity to work across electrical design, automation programming, and manufacturing. You will see your designs move from drawings to completed equipment and help shape the standards, tools, and processes used on future projects.