Application Engineer

Role Overview

As an Application Engineer with CVG's Electrical Systems team, you will be the technical bridge between our customers and our engineering and sales organizations, helping transform customer needs into high-quality, manufacturable wire harness solutions for the automotive and commercial vehicle industries.

What You Will Do

Serve as the primary technical contact for assigned customers, responding to inquiries, analyzing requirements, and providing guidance on wire harness design and manufacturability. Translate customer requirements into clear internal engineering documentation, drawings, and specifications for wiring harness assemblies.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate combines strong electrical systems knowledge with the ability to communicate clearly, manage multiple priorities, and build trust with customers through proactive problem-solving and follow-through.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline; equivalent technical experience considered.
• 3+ years of engineering experience in application or design engineering discipline.
• Prior experience in wire harness design, packaging, or application engineering for automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway, or heavy-equipment systems.
• Familiarity with DFMEA / PFMEA, PPAP processes, APQP, and customer launch activities.
• Hands-on understanding of harness manufacturing processes, material cost drivers, and assembly best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret vehicle wiring diagrams, 3D routing paths, and installation environments.
• Customer-focused mindset with a collaborative, solution-oriented approach to problem solving.
• Strong organizational discipline with attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Comfort with domestic travel to customer sites, plant locations, and supplier facilities as needed.
• Working knowledge of electrical schematics, circuit logic, connectors, terminals, protective coverings, and harness routing principles.
• Experience interpreting customer specifications, engineering drawings, CAD models, and industry standards (SAE, ISO, OEM-specific).
• Strong cross-functional communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering tools (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD Electrical, Zuken E3, Capital Harness, or equivalent).

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• Visa sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need
• No unauthorized referrals from recruiters & vendors