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Location: Berkeley, CA
We are seeking a Wire Harness Design Engineer to support the design and development of fire suppression systems for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This role will be responsible for creating complete 3D models and 2D production drawings for fire suppression system wire harnesses, integrating off-the-shelf equipment, and supporting the release of manufacturing-ready engineering documentation.
The engineer will develop complete 3D harness designs and manufacturing documentation, working closely with Integration Engineers and Mechanical Engineering Team Leads to deliver production-ready harness solutions that support procurement, manufacturing, quality control, assembly, and field deployment.
Responsibilities
• Develop complete 3D CAD models and assemblies using SolidWorks for fire suppression systems deployed within BESS installations.
• Create harness routing and integration solutions for:
○ Harness pass-throughs within enclosures
○ Internal harness mounting provisions
○ Off-the-shelf HVAC system interfaces
○ Actuated valves and release modules
○ Temperature detectors, horns, and manual release assemblies
• Develop complete 3D harness definitions and associated manufacturing documentation.
• Ensure proper packaging, serviceability, and manufacturability of harness designs.
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions with cross-functional teams.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience designing electrical wire harnesses for industrial equipment, energy systems, automotive, aerospace, or heavy equipment applications.
• Proficiency using Zuken harness design software.
• Experience creating:
○ Harness schematics
○ Harness drawings
○ Connector definitions
○ Bill of materials
○ Manufacturing documentation
• Experience with harness routing, packaging, and integration into mechanical assemblies.
• Familiarity with connectors, terminals, backshells, cable protection, and harness retention methods.
• Ability to interpret and create engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Bonus Qualifications
• Experience with utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), renewable energy, power electronics, or industrial control systems.
• Experience with fire suppression systems, detection systems, or safety-critical electrical systems.
• Experience with:
○ SolidWorks Electrical
○ ECAD-MCAD integration
○ 3D harness modeling
• Knowledge of low-voltage power distribution and control systems.
• Familiarity with environmental and regulatory requirements for outdoor electrical systems.
• Experience with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Experience supporting products from concept through production release.
Salary Range:
• $100,000-120,000
• The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
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We’re ALTEN Technology, an engineering services company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medtech and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 supplier, commercial vehicles, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to executing work packages at our delivery centers.
