The Opportunity
AME Systems is seeking a Design Engineer – Wiring Harnesses to join our engineering team.
The successful candidate will contribute to the design and delivery of robust, manufacturable wiring harness solutions that meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements.
Graduates may be considered for this position subject to qualifications and experience.
Role Purpose
The Design Engineer is responsible for the development, documentation, and support of wiring harness designs across diverse customer platforms.
Graduate engineers will be supported by senior engineers, while experienced engineers will take greater ownership of designs from concept through release.
Key Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities (All Levels)
Create detailed wiring harness and loom designs, schematics, and formboards; define connectors, terminals, seals, protection (tapes, braids, tubes, heat shrink), splices, and mounting/retention hardware to meet environmental, EMC, and mechanical constraints
Use Siemens Capital to author harness designs, generate manufacturing documentation (BOMs, cutting lists, connector/wire/splice tables), and manage options/variants for derivative harnesses
Interpret customer specifications and applicable industry standards
Collaborate with production, quality, test, and supply chain teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and meet all customer requirements.
Support continuous improvement and issue resolution activities
Maintain engineering documentation in accordance with AME Systems' quality system
Comply with all workplace health and safety requirements
Additional Responsibilities – Experienced Level
End-to-end ownership of harness designs from concept through release
Define connectors, terminals, seals, splices, protective coverings, and other components for a digitised workflow.
Develop Java-based automation or rules to improve design quality and efficiency
Lead DFM/DFT activities and support in-process and end-of-line testing strategies
Manage design baselines, options/variants, and engineering change activities
Engage directly with customers and external stakeholders
Apply structured problem-solving methods (e.g. 8D, 5 Whys, FMEA)
Development Focus – Graduate Level
Learn harness design fundamentals under supervision of senior engineers
Develop capability using Siemens Capital for designs, formboards, and reporting
Gain exposure to ECAD–MCAD collaboration and manufacturing workflows
Grow understanding of wiring harness testing methods
Learn structured problem-solving and quality system requirements
Selection Criteria
Essential (All Applicants)
Degree qualification in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a closely related discipline
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
High attention to detail
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional engineering and manufacturing environment
Experienced-Level Requirements
Demonstrated experience in wiring harness design and development
Proficiency with eCAD harness tools, preferably Siemens Capital
Strong understanding of harness components, manufacturability, EMC basics, and environmental considerations
Java programming skills for automation, reporting, or design rule enhancement
Graduate-Level Requirements
Foundational understanding of wiring harness principles and electrical systems
Exposure to eCAD or CAD tools (e.g. Siemens Capital, AutoCAD) through study, projects, or internships
Java skills or demonstrated experience in a similar programming language
Appointment Level
The successful applicant will be appointed at an Experienced Design Engineer or Graduate level, with remuneration and responsibilities commensurate with qualifications, skills, and demonstrated capability.
Why Join AME Systems
Work on complex harness systems across multiple regulated industries
Exposure to modern digital harness engineering tools and processes
Supportive engineering environment with strong manufacturing integration
Privately owned business with long-term focus on quality, reliability, and people