Electrical Distribution Systems (Wire harness) - Design and Release Engineer

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In this position...

As a EDS Design and Release (D&R) Engineer, you will be at the forefront of defining the "nervous system" for our next-generation vehicles, contributing to world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles. You will play a critical role in the end-to-end design, development, validation, and release of low-voltage wiring harnesses, ensuring the reliable connectivity and optimal performance of critical vehicle systems.

What you'll do:

• Lead the design and development of low-voltage wiring harnesses, ensuring compliance with program targets for cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing.
• Drive 3D wire routing and package CAD layout activity, utilizing advanced CAD software to create 3D models.
• Collaborate closely with Systems Engineering on logical and physical schematic development, and with cross-functional teams (design, manufacturing, testing) to ensure designs meet technical specifications and production feasibility.
• Define and support wire size/type selection, as well as inline connector pinouts and terminal sizing, based on requirements and design rules.
• Utilize knowledge and application of Six Sigma and 8D methodologies for problem-solving and continuous improvement. 
• Create and maintain program-specific foundation documents, including Boundary Diagrams, Quality History, P-diagrams, and DFMEAs
• Develop and maintain installation illustrations to facilitate assembly.
• Release parts in internal systems throughout the product life cycle and actively participate in Change Control Meetings. 
• Audit and update Bill of Material (BOM) with correct part levels and usage for prototype and production builds.
• Complete Technical Design Reviews with Technical Specialists, and lead EDS compatibility reviews, as well as the sign-off of wiring harness prints.
• Lead sign-off of EDS Design requirements and Design rule checks.
• Manage the Advanced Product Quality Planning for components and harnesses with STA (Supplier Technical Assistance) Partners and ensure on-time part delivery from suppliers.
• Participate in vehicle builds and support parts implementation/sign-off in manufacturing and assembly plants, assisting quality issue resolution in all milestones. 
• Lead resolution of issues that arise during the digital and build phases of Product Development.
• Review pre-production vehicles for potential campaign items and assess warranty impact.
• Lead resolution of warranty issues in collaboration with the Product Validation Team and the Supplier.
• Lead EDS cost analysis/estimates and support corresponding reviews.
• Identify validation, durability, and functional tests required as per requirements and specifications, utilizing Design Verification tools.
• Analyze and break down Program Direction Letters and Trim Spiders to account for EDS content.
• Generate proposals to minimize giveaway cost and reduce total part count, including design optimization proposals utilizing benchmarking.
• Develop and maintain build-level complexity charts and perform harness complexity analysis, while driving commonality of designs across multiple programs and platforms.
• Comply with the Product Development Process deliverables applicable to EDS for each milestone.
• Submit invention disclosures, process improvements, and best practices.
• Comply with training as outlined in calendar year objectives. 

What you'll bring:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or a related field).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in electrical harness design and development or electrical distribution systems, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Strong English Proficiency (written, read, and oral).
• Design Capable in 3D CAD (e.g., CATIA V5, 3DX, TeamCenter, Vismockup).
• Understanding of automotive systems and functional knowledge of vehicle electrical systems or vehicle wiring systems.
• Proficiency in Power Bi and JIRA.
• Technically articulate.
• Experience in testing and validation.
• Experience in supplier personnel handling.
• Experience in manufacturing and assembly.

• Ability to travel to suppliers or assembly facilities to support Advanced Product Quality Planning and build events.

  Soft skills

• Strong understanding of electrical principles (connectors, wiring, low-voltage systems) and mechanical design skills for packaging and structural integration.
• Demonstrated ability in problem-solving, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive, curious, and a strong willingness to learn in a dynamic technical environment.
• Excellent time management skills, organization and planning.
• Leadership skills.
• Adaptability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree preferred.
• High Voltage Wiring Experience.
• Design Capable in 3D via CATIA V5 or 3DX, TeamCenter, Vismockup.
• Functional knowledge of vehicle electrical systems or vehicle wiring systems.
• Working knowledge of the vehicle development process, change control process, and vehicle launch experience.
• Proficiency in PLM platforms and document management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Job Base Location - GTBC (Lomas Verdes, Naucalpan de Juarez - Estado de México)
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