Harness Design Engineer

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

About the Role

As a Harness Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, specification, and qualification of electrical harness systems used in complex products and solutions. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure technical compliance, product reliability, and successful delivery throughout the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and validate electrical harness solutions in accordance with technical requirements.
• Define and specify harnesses, connectors, and associated components.
• Analyze customer technical requirements and translate them into engineering specifications.
• Review product requirements and ensure compliance through conformity matrices and verification activities.
• Prepare and maintain technical justification documentation supporting product design decisions.
• Develop, review, and validate qualification and acceptance test procedures for harness subassemblies.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to detailed design activities performed by the design office.
• Refine product definitions based on test results, design reviews, and customer feedback.
• Define production and serial testing requirements.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks throughout the development process.
• Create and maintain test instructions and technical documentation for recurring products.
• Support product qualification, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.
• Knowledge of electrical connector technologies and interconnection systems.
• Familiarity with the IPC/WHMA-A-620 standard.
• Strong understanding of mechatronic systems and electromechanical integration.
• Experience with electrical insulation principles and management.
• Knowledge of electrical testing methods, equipment, and validation techniques.
• Experience with root cause analysis and fault investigation methodologies.
• Basic understanding of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) principles.
• Effective communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Stable employment
• Private life insurance
• Private healthcare
• Additional social benefits (e.g. Multisport card)

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.