Lead the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for high-reliability wire harness and cable assemblies, enhancing continuous improvement and compliance with industry standards.
Process Engineer - Spring Lake, MI
DISHER is partnering with a leading custom cable assembly and wire harness manufacturer, to add a a Process Engineer to their team to develop and optimize manufacturing processes for new high-reliability wire harness and cable assemblies supporting new product Introduction activities. The Process Engineer will lead continuous improvement of wire harness and cable assembly operations by developing, optimizing, and maintaining robust manufacturing processes, owning tooling and material recommendations, supporting new product introduction through DFM and documentation, and ensuring compliance with key industry standards and customer requirements.
What it's like to work here:
The culture here is respectful, hands-on, and genuinely team-oriented, with people taking real pride in the products they build. The clean, quiet, and modern facility supports a progressive style of manufacturing, where cross-functional collaboration between engineering, design, and production happens every day. The atmosphere is non-corporate, and leadership is visible and involved on the floor, reinforcing a tight-knit enviroonment.
What you will get to do:
Review customer prints and define efficient, high-quality wire harness and cable assembly processes
Design and specify tooling, fixtures, and materials for repeatable, cost-effective production
Lead NPI activities including DFM, BOM review, tooling, fixtures, and work instructions
Maintain compliance with IPC/WHMA-A-620, AS9100, MIL-STD, and ITAR requirements
Support quality, root cause analysis, and continuous process improvement in a small-shop environment
Collaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, suppliers, and quoting teams
Assist with electrical testing, EMI/EMC considerations, and high-reliability assemblies
Use CAD software for harness routing and formboard support
Heavy focus on new product development with growing responsibility for ongoing process improvement
What will make you successful:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field
3+ years experience
Ability to read prints and develop efficient wire harness or cable assembly processes
Experience with tooling, fixtures, work instructions, and NPI support
Working knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620, AS9100, and MIL-STD requirements, or ability to quickly learn
Hands-on, shop-floor–oriented engineer with strong problem-solving skills
CAD experience for harness routing or formboard support
Wire harness/cable assembly experience preferred
Military, defense, or aerospace manufacturing experience preferred
Experience in high-mix or contract manufacturing environments preferred
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