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Cable Designer

Connexion Systems + Engineering

Bedford, MA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65–$83 Per Hour
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Applications Security, Assembly Equipment, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Configuration Management, Cross-Functional, D Programming Language, Design Document, Design Services, Documentation, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Electromechanics, Electronics, IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), Laser Communications, Mechanical Engineering, Military, Problem Solving Skills, Product Lifecycle Management, Prototyping, Research & Development (R&D), Schematics, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, SolidWorks, System Integration (SI), Systems Engineering, Technical Writing, Time Management, Wire Harness
LOCATION
Bedford, MA
POSTED
22 days ago
Connexion’s mission is to provide "best in class" services to job seekers. We strive to achieve excellence in job placement, staffing, and recruiting services, while treating candidates with the professionalism and respect they deserve.

Title: Cable Designer (Electrical Interconnects) – Advanced R&D Programs
Hiring Organization: Connexion Systems & Engineering

Compensation, Benefits, and Employment Type
  • Duration: 3- year contract
  • Pay rate: $65-$83/hour + benefits
  • Job Location: Bedford, MA
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 1st shift, 100% onsite
  • Job#: bh19245
  • Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance (interim clearance is sufficient to begin)

Description:
Are you an experienced Cable Designer with expertise in electrical interconnects, cable harnesses, and system-level wiring? We're seeking a skilled professional to support cutting-edge engineering programs developing advanced technologies for aerospace, defense, and national security applications.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on next-generation prototype systems, including laser communications, optical sensors, radar systems, advanced electronics, and other mission-critical technologies.

What You'll Do
As a Cable Designer, you'll be responsible for designing and documenting complex electrical interconnect systems that support advanced prototype development from concept through fabrication and integration.

Responsibilities include:
  • Design and document cable and harness assemblies from engineering sketches, concepts, and technical requirements
  • Create block diagrams, electrical schematics, cable drawings, wire diagrams, wire run lists, and fabrication documentation
  • Perform design calculations to support cable routing and electrical interconnect designs
  • Develop cable layouts, connector selections, and wiring configurations
  • Prepare engineering release packages and revision documentation
  • Support fabrication, assembly, and system integration activities
  • Maintain cable configuration management throughout the product lifecycle
  • Collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers on complex engineering programs
  • Produce high-quality technical documentation while meeting project schedules

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or an Associate degree plus relevant experience, or Trade School education with significant electrical interconnect design experience
  • 5+ years of cable design or electrical interconnect design experience
  • Strong experience designing cable and harness assemblies
  • Experience producing:
    • Electrical schematics
    • Cable drawings
    • Wire diagrams
    • Wire run lists
    • Fabrication documentation
  • Experience performing basic electrical design calculations
  • Knowledge of:
    • Connector selection
    • Wire sizing and wire types
    • Voltage drop considerations
    • Electro-mechanical packaging
    • Electrical fabrication and assembly techniques
  • Thorough understanding of cable fabrication standards and processes
  • Experience with configuration management for cable designs
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D CAD
  • Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with SolidWorks Electrical
  • Experience with Zuken
  • Familiarity with Military, ASME, and IEEE standards
  • Experience supporting prototype, aerospace, defense, or advanced engineering programs

Benefits
In addition to a competitive hourly rate, this long-term contract offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical insurance
  • 10 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 401(k) with company match

Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to work on highly advanced engineering programs that push the boundaries of technology. You'll contribute to innovative prototype systems alongside world-class engineers while expanding your expertise in electrical interconnect design, cable harness development, and complex multidisciplinary projects. If you're passionate about precision engineering and enjoy solving challenging design problems, we'd love to hear from you.

Please use the apply button to submit your resume for consideration. A Connexion Representative will contact you shortly.

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About the Company

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Connexion Systems + Engineering

Connexion is an award-winning professional staffing firm that strives to be the unrivaled staffing solution for job seekers by expertly connecting talent with opportunity.  Over the last 20 years Connexion has built the most admired team of staffing experts in the industry.  We give back, change lives and offer unconditional support to the candidates we represent.

Put Connexion's 20 years of experience to work for you! Our professionals have unrivaled relationships and contacts with the hiring managers, human resources team and decision makers at the most desirable companies to work for.

Don't let your resume get lost in an inbox, Connexion's recruiting team will advocate on your behalf to get you the job you want

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1999
WEBSITE
https://www.csetalent.com/

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