Product Design Engineer - Cable & Harness (NPI)

Job Details: Job Location: CTA - Tempe, AZ, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $103000.00 - $125000.00Salary/year, Travel Percentage: Up to 20%, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Engineering, Design the Future of Aerospace and Power Systems

Are you passionate about transforming complex customer requirements into innovative, manufacturable solutions? Conax Technologies is seeking a Product Design Engineer to lead the design, development, and launch of advanced cable and wire harness assemblies supporting critical Aerospace and Power market applications.

In this role, you'll work at the intersection of engineering innovation and manufacturing excellence, driving new product introductions from concept through production. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations while helping bring cutting-edge technologies from development into full-scale production.

If you thrive in a hands-on environment, enjoy solving complex engineering challenges, and want to see your designs come to life, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Drive New Product Development

Design and develop cable and wire harness assemblies that meet customer specifications, performance requirements, and contractual obligations.
Define the fit, form, and function of cable assemblies and related mechanical components.
Translate customer requirements into manufacturable product designs during New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
Research, analyze, test, and improve products, components, and processes to drive innovation and performance.

Lead Production Launches

Serve as the engineering lead for new program launches at the Phoenix facility, including programs originating from Conax's Buffalo headquarters.
Validate engineering drawings, BOMs, design intent, and manufacturing readiness.
Identify and resolve Design for Manufacturing (DFM) opportunities during site transfers and production ramp-up activities.
Requalify tooling, fixtures, and work instructions to ensure successful production deployment.

Enhance Manufacturing & Quality

Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to develop assembly processes, routing instructions, fixtures, and tooling requirements.
Establish inspection and quality verification methods for cable and harness assemblies.
Investigate quality issues and lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions related to design or process performance.
Apply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles, including tolerance stack-up analysis.

Collaborate Across the Business

Work closely with Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, Materials, and Operations teams to ensure successful product development and delivery.
Engage with customers to develop technical requirements and identify optimal design solutions.
Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECN) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO) throughout the product lifecycle.
Create and maintain technical documentation within the Conax Technologies Wiki.

Salary ranges for this position vary by job location and are determined based on experience, reflecting our commitment to recognizing individual expertise and contributions.

Successful Candidate must be able to meet U.S. export control requirements (ITAR/EAR) to gain access to technical data. This position requires access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. Candidates must be eligible for employment in the US and meet the requirements of ITAR.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on any legally protected status. Qualified applicants will receive consideration based on merit and business needs, and reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities. This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive, and duties or requirements may change as business needs evolve. Employment is at will and may be terminated by either the employee or the company at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.
Qualifications: What Makes You Successful

You are an engineer who enjoys both the technical and practical sides of product development. You can move seamlessly between CAD design, customer discussions, manufacturing support, and problem-solving on the production floor.

Key Competencies

Adaptability
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Customer focus
Initiative and resourcefulness
Persistence and accountability
Collaborative team mindset

Qualifications

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Required Experience

5-8 years of experience designing cable and wire harness assemblies.
Experience supporting Aerospace and Power/Industrial applications.
Proven success leading or supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
Experience transferring products into production and supporting launch activities.
Strong proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD systems.
Working knowledge of Design and Process FMEA methodologies.

Preferred Technical Knowledge

IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards
AS9100 quality systems
J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 workmanship standards
Harness-specific design software
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Strength of Materials and Mechanical Design Analysis
Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)

Work Environment

This role combines office-based engineering work with regular interaction on the manufacturing floor. The position requires collaboration with production teams, participation in product builds and launches, and occasional lifting of equipment and materials.

Why Join Conax Technologies?

At Conax, you'll have the opportunity to work on highly engineered products that power critical applications around the world. You'll join a team that values:

Integrity
Commitment
Innovative Thinking
Customer Focus
Teamwork

Your ideas will influence products from concept through production, and your contributions will directly support the success of our customers and our business.

If you're ready to help shape the next generation of aerospace and power solutions, apply today.