Design Release Engineer- Wire Harness [14360]
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We are recruiting an experienced Design and Release Engineer- Wire Harness to join our team to support our client in the automotive industry.
NOTE: Onsite 100% in Windsor, Ontario Must be willing and able to travel to the USA, without restrictions, effective on the start date Valid driver's license is required as well as a clean driving record
RESPONSIBILITIES: End-to-end design, validation, and release of wiring harness assemblies and associated components for vehicle electrical systems Ensures that all design documentation aligns with master models and supports cross-functional activities throughout the product lifecycle—from concept through launch and post-production support Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and quality stakeholders to drive robust design execution, change management, and continuous improvement Lead and assist in the creation of 3D models and 2D drawings for wiring harness assemblies Ensure part drawings and documentation match master models (Model is Master) Author and validate CCDs, CNs, IAAs, and PERs to meet all engineering and release requirements Confirm and justify the necessity of design changes for vehicle programs Conduct First Piece Sign-Off (FPSO) and support PSO activities in collaboration with Supplier Quality (SQ) Own and manage GIMs entries, including root cause analysis and corrective actions Support launch activities at the assembly plant, ensuring readiness and issue resolution Contribute to vehicle/component DFMEA, DVP (with CC validation), FO, and Design Rule compliance Review and validate supplier DFMEA and DVP submissions Actively participate in ACE packaging meetings and scroll reviews. · Maintain and update PDP documentation and FASTCAR records Support complexity chart development (PASD) and compliance reporting Provide input for owner’s manual imagery and documentation Drive standardization and harmonization of components and engineering documents
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related field Minimum 3 years of experience in transportation wiring design, release, or vehicle electrical systems At least 4 years of overall engineering experience Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create and present high-quality reports and presentations Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) Basic engineering knowledge about DFMEA Ability to work in team and organize complex tasks Ability to support/consult work teams Focus on technical details Ability to work in multi-cultural teams
PREFFERED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Formal training in DFMEA, DVP&R, and DFSS methodologies Working knowledge of CAD systems such as NX and Catia Experience with Capital XC for 2D wiring design Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing and wiring harness production environments Understanding of automotive wiring harness drawings and specifications Experience with SharePoint or similar web-based data management platforms
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: $40.00 - $44.94/hour (depending on experience) Paid Benefits after 90 days (individual and family) – extended medical, out-of-country coverage, dental etc. Pension eligibility, with employer match, after 1 full year of work
MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates.
MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.
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About MEDA Engineering and Technical Servicess, LLC
The MEDA group of companies was founded in 1970 by Mel and Carole Lawn. Our companies are strategically located central to the primary automotive, heavy construction and manufacturing industries of North America.
MEDA provides consistently high quality contract technical services, engineering support and engineering services to North American industry and government.
The objective of the MEDA Group of Companies is to support its customers by providing unique cost-effective solutions. This is done through the development of new and innovative programs; perhaps fine-tuning a process to meet and/or exceed our customers' expectations. Due to the nature of the many programs in which we are involved, confidentiality is paramount. Many of our employee-generated inventions / patents are now the property of our customers.
MEDA offers an extensive variety of high quality and innovative solutions to customers in a wide array of industries. As companies grow and adjust to meet constantly changing demands in their industry, they come to rely on the services MEDA can provide. Their need is for skilled engineers and designers to evaluate and develop their systems, increase their competitiveness, or simply need additional expertise on an existing system to handle increased business volume. MEDA can help. With experience in all aspects of engineering from turnaround strategies, productivity improvements and pass through characteristics analyses to technical design and document writing, you can rest assure that your needs will be not only met, but surpassed with the services MEDA Limited provides.
We are committed to providing the highest quality services based on integrity, professionalism and personal attention to our clients and employees.
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Design Release Engineer- Wire Harness [14360]
Top Benefits
About the role
We are recruiting an experienced Design and Release Engineer- Wire Harness to join our team to support our client in the automotive industry.
NOTE: Onsite 100% in Windsor, Ontario Must be willing and able to travel to the USA, without restrictions, effective on the start date Valid driver's license is required as well as a clean driving record
RESPONSIBILITIES: End-to-end design, validation, and release of wiring harness assemblies and associated components for vehicle electrical systems Ensures that all design documentation aligns with master models and supports cross-functional activities throughout the product lifecycle—from concept through launch and post-production support Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and quality stakeholders to drive robust design execution, change management, and continuous improvement Lead and assist in the creation of 3D models and 2D drawings for wiring harness assemblies Ensure part drawings and documentation match master models (Model is Master) Author and validate CCDs, CNs, IAAs, and PERs to meet all engineering and release requirements Confirm and justify the necessity of design changes for vehicle programs Conduct First Piece Sign-Off (FPSO) and support PSO activities in collaboration with Supplier Quality (SQ) Own and manage GIMs entries, including root cause analysis and corrective actions Support launch activities at the assembly plant, ensuring readiness and issue resolution Contribute to vehicle/component DFMEA, DVP (with CC validation), FO, and Design Rule compliance Review and validate supplier DFMEA and DVP submissions Actively participate in ACE packaging meetings and scroll reviews. · Maintain and update PDP documentation and FASTCAR records Support complexity chart development (PASD) and compliance reporting Provide input for owner’s manual imagery and documentation Drive standardization and harmonization of components and engineering documents
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related field Minimum 3 years of experience in transportation wiring design, release, or vehicle electrical systems At least 4 years of overall engineering experience Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create and present high-quality reports and presentations Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) Basic engineering knowledge about DFMEA Ability to work in team and organize complex tasks Ability to support/consult work teams Focus on technical details Ability to work in multi-cultural teams
PREFFERED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Formal training in DFMEA, DVP&R, and DFSS methodologies Working knowledge of CAD systems such as NX and Catia Experience with Capital XC for 2D wiring design Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing and wiring harness production environments Understanding of automotive wiring harness drawings and specifications Experience with SharePoint or similar web-based data management platforms
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: $40.00 - $44.94/hour (depending on experience) Paid Benefits after 90 days (individual and family) – extended medical, out-of-country coverage, dental etc. Pension eligibility, with employer match, after 1 full year of work
MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates.
MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.
Not the right fit? Search for Design Release Engineer jobs in Windsor, Ontario, Canada
About MEDA Engineering and Technical Servicess, LLC
The MEDA group of companies was founded in 1970 by Mel and Carole Lawn. Our companies are strategically located central to the primary automotive, heavy construction and manufacturing industries of North America.
MEDA provides consistently high quality contract technical services, engineering support and engineering services to North American industry and government.
The objective of the MEDA Group of Companies is to support its customers by providing unique cost-effective solutions. This is done through the development of new and innovative programs; perhaps fine-tuning a process to meet and/or exceed our customers' expectations. Due to the nature of the many programs in which we are involved, confidentiality is paramount. Many of our employee-generated inventions / patents are now the property of our customers.
MEDA offers an extensive variety of high quality and innovative solutions to customers in a wide array of industries. As companies grow and adjust to meet constantly changing demands in their industry, they come to rely on the services MEDA can provide. Their need is for skilled engineers and designers to evaluate and develop their systems, increase their competitiveness, or simply need additional expertise on an existing system to handle increased business volume. MEDA can help. With experience in all aspects of engineering from turnaround strategies, productivity improvements and pass through characteristics analyses to technical design and document writing, you can rest assure that your needs will be not only met, but surpassed with the services MEDA Limited provides.
We are committed to providing the highest quality services based on integrity, professionalism and personal attention to our clients and employees.