Mid Level Electrical Design Technician Jobs
Mid level electrical design technician jobs go to professionals ready to own design projects end to end, make technical decisions with limited oversight, and guide junior team members through complex electrical systems work. Hiring runs across Manufacturing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, with 16% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Amazon, KLA, and Redwood Materials competing for technicians at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
This is a 24-month long term onsite contract in Fremont, CA 94538. We are looking for a professional with strong skills in CAD and a desire in packaging wire harnesses and electronic modules. The ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.
TOP 3 SKILLS:
Electrical Designer with experience in:
1. Hands-on experience with E3/Zuken for electrical and cable design.
2. Experience in similar electrical CAD tools are also acceptable if they can learn E3.
3. Electrical Design Experience
NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS:
- Teamcenter experience
- Manufacturing experience
- Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Responsibilities:
- Design manufacturing documents in E3 Zuken CAD software (wire list, cable & wire harness assembly, enclosure schematics, and system interconnect diagram, BOM).
- Translate system schematics into wiring diagrams and harnesses.
- Design cables & harnesses for voltage and current rating characteristics to ensure reliability.
- Choose connectors, pins, cables, conductor gauge sizing, strain relief, shielding, MBD, and design the same into cable & harness assemblies into complex systems.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Understanding of mechanical and electronic parts, components, and Bill of Materials (BOM).
- Demonstrated experience with system interconnect, cable, and wire harness designs.
- Experience creating 2D drawings to be used by production and manufacturing.
- Must have basic drafting knowledge: dimensioning and view projections.
- Ability to read and comprehend electrical component specification and validate proper usage as per design requirements.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in an Engineering discipline with 3+ years of related experience.
- Proficiency with E3 Zuken, NX 3D model, SAP, iPLM, TeamCenter.
- Proven experience designing and developing system interconnect, complex cable & harness assemblies for high reliability applications.
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task, identify & communicate risks, and find solutions to meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of engineering specifications (IPC-620, ANSI, ASME, MIL-STD-XXX) is a plus.
INTRODUCTION
This is a 24-month long term onsite contract in Fremont, CA 94538. We are looking for a professional with strong skills in CAD and a desire in packaging wire harnesses and electronic modules. The ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.
TOP 3 SKILLS:
Electrical Designer with experience in:
1. Hands-on experience with E3/Zuken for electrical and cable design.
2. Experience in similar electrical CAD tools are also acceptable if they can learn E3.
3. Electrical Design Experience
NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS:
- Teamcenter experience
- Manufacturing experience
- Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Responsibilities:
- Design manufacturing documents in E3 Zuken CAD software (wire list, cable & wire harness assembly, enclosure schematics, and system interconnect diagram, BOM).
- Translate system schematics into wiring diagrams and harnesses.
- Design cables & harnesses for voltage and current rating characteristics to ensure reliability.
- Choose connectors, pins, cables, conductor gauge sizing, strain relief, shielding, MBD, and design the same into cable & harness assemblies into complex systems.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Understanding of mechanical and electronic parts, components, and Bill of Materials (BOM).
- Demonstrated experience with system interconnect, cable, and wire harness designs.
- Experience creating 2D drawings to be used by production and manufacturing.
- Must have basic drafting knowledge: dimensioning and view projections.
- Ability to read and comprehend electrical component specification and validate proper usage as per design requirements.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in an Engineering discipline with 3+ years of related experience.
- Proficiency with E3 Zuken, NX 3D model, SAP, iPLM, TeamCenter.
- Proven experience designing and developing system interconnect, complex cable & harness assemblies for high reliability applications.
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task, identify & communicate risks, and find solutions to meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of engineering specifications (IPC-620, ANSI, ASME, MIL-STD-XXX) is a plus.
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Mid Level Electrical Design Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level electrical design technician job?
Position yourself by emphasizing the projects you owned rather than just contributed to. Highlight experience with electrical CAD tools like AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN, any exposure to design reviews, and moments where your decisions shaped the final deliverable. Mid level hiring managers want evidence that you can work with minimal handholding, so lead with scope, not just tasks.
Which companies hire mid level electrical design technicians?
Companies hiring mid level electrical design technicians right now include Amazon, KLA, and Redwood Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from manufacturers, engineering consultancies, and utilities firms that need technicians who can run designs from concept through documentation without constant senior oversight.
Are there remote mid level electrical design technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles lean toward on-site or hybrid given the hands-on nature of the work. About 16% of mid level electrical design technician openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, concentrated in roles focused on design documentation, schematics, and CAD-heavy deliverables where collaboration can happen through shared tools rather than a shared floor.
How do I move up to a mid level electrical design technician role?
Growth into mid level comes from accumulating ownership, not just hours. Early-career technicians who advance focus on taking full responsibility for individual design packages, getting comfortable with project documentation standards, and developing fluency in electrical CAD software. Demonstrating that you caught design errors, improved a process, or delivered something independently is what separates mid level candidates from those still in a support function.
Which industries hire the most mid level electrical design technicians?
Mid Level electrical design technician roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because their products and infrastructure require continuous design iteration, system upgrades, and compliance-driven documentation, all work that benefits from technicians who already know the tools and can move quickly.