Wire Harness Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Collaborative Robotics (Cobot) is looking for a Wire Harness Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, routing, release, and validation of wire harnesses and cable assemblies used in its robots and test hardware. The position is based onsite at the Santa Clara headquarters and offers a relocation stipend for candidates moving from beyond 50 miles.

Key responsibilities

• Own wire harness and cable assembly designs from requirements through routing, release, build, validation, and production support.
• Translate electrical schematics into accurate 3D routes, 2D drawings, BOMs, wire lists, and manufacturing documentation.
• Define routing, connector selection, strain relief, bend radii, clearances, and service loops while balancing reliability, cost, and schedule.
• Partner with mechanical, electrical, systems, test, and manufacturing engineers to resolve interface issues.
• Support prototype and first‑article builds, diagnose mechanical/electrical issues, and incorporate learnings into designs.
• Develop validation plans for continuity, voltage drop, signal integrity, environmental performance, and mechanical durability.
• Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners to improve buildability, quality, and production readiness.

Required profile

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent discipline.
• 3+ years of experience designing and releasing wire harnesses or cable assemblies for complex electromechanical products.
• Hands‑on experience supporting prototype or first‑article builds and troubleshooting integration issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced startup environment.

Required skills

• Proficiency in 3D CAD cable routing (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, Creo).
• Experience with dedicated harness ECAD tools (Siemens Capital, Zuken E3, RapidHarness).
• Ability to read electrical schematics and apply knowledge of connector selection, strain relief, shielding, grounding, and clearances.
• Familiarity with PDM/PLM systems, configuration control, and released harness documentation.
• Knowledge of wire‑harness standards such as IPC/WHMA‑A‑620, AS50881, or EWIS.

What we offer

• Base salary range $175,000 – $195,000 per year plus equity.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), unlimited paid vacation, paid sick leave, parental leave.
• Relocation stipend for moves beyond 50 miles.