Senior Harness Engineer

Planet • San Francisco, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Planet’s Electrical Engineering team is looking for a SeniorHarness Engineer to own the end-to-end design and delivery of our satellite's critical wire harnesses. You will drive the entire process, from creating 3D routing models and 2D fabrication drawings to selecting every component to meet strict performance and environmental requirements for the vacuum and vibration of space. This is a hands-on, collaborative role where you will work with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure your designs are successfully built, integrated, and ready for launch
This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar technical field
• 6+ years of experience in developing electrical wire harnesses, routing in complex assemblies, and creating 2D/3D CAD documentation
• Expertise in CAD software for harness design and routing (e.g., RapidHarness, SolidWorks Electrical, etc)
• Proficiency in reading and creating electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Solid understanding of version control for design files and managing documentation releases to production
• Familiarity with IPC/NASA/etc harness design standards

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of industry standards for cable and harness assembly
• Hands-on experience with harness fabrication, including crimping, soldering, and building prototypes
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver robust wire harness solutions from concept to production, creating 3D routing models and 2D fabrication drawings.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers to develop system integration plans, ensure electrical integrity, and streamline the transition from design to manufacturing.
• Own the component selection process for connectors, terminals, wire, and protection (sleeving, conduit) to meet all system performance, environmental, and cost requirements.
• Create and maintain all critical design documentation, including electrical schematics, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and engineering change orders (ECOs) to ensure product accuracy.
• Support manufacturing and integration teams by troubleshooting build challenges, resolving design issues, and ensuring all assemblies meet quality and compliance standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
• 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
• Equity
• Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
• Volunteering Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level