Full-Time

Engineering Technician

Wire Harness

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

1,001-5,000 employees

Supplier of automotive electrical systems.

No salary listed

Farmington Hills, MI, USA

In Person

Travel is required.

Category
Electrical Engineering (1)

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Requirements
  • A High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Background and experience in wire harness or automotive direct-current electrical troubleshooting and repair are required.
  • At least 3 years of experience in electrical engineering is required.
  • Travel is required.
Responsibilities
  • Lead harness reworks with SEWS technicians, SEWS electrical distribution systems engineers, customer personnel, third parties, and the El Paso, Texas Customer Service Center rework team.
  • Take on additional responsibilities for vehicle testing and troubleshooting.
  • Manage third-party rework teams to ensure reworks are performed correctly.
  • Provide engineering support for major issues and stop builds at all Mexico manufacturing locations.
  • Support day-to-day activities and customer requests.
  • Participate in and support cross-functional team meetings, and document and track reworks.
  • Support preproduction and production build phases for harness reworks or repairs at customer facilities.
Desired Qualifications
  • Mechanic certification is preferred.
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

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Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (SEWS) makes electrical systems for cars. Its products include electrical distribution systems, components, and electronics that help power and control a vehicle’s electrical functions. These parts are designed to be installed in vehicles to manage power flow, sensors, and other electronic systems so cars run reliably. SEWS differentiates itself through a long, trusted brand name from Sumitomo Electric Industries and a focus on quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness, backed by safety and a strong global parent company. The company aims to supply high-quality electrical systems to the automotive industry and support the development of intelligent, connected cars.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Founded

1986

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Kentucky approved a $17 million expansion creating 76 jobs on July 9, 2025.
  • SEWS's site says it serves electric automobiles, hybrids, and electronics.
  • Automotive wiring-harness demand stays elevated as EV content and complexity rise.

What critics are saying

  • TE Connectivity sued SEWS in Michigan; the contract fight continues in 2026.
  • SEWS's counterclaim sought $26.1 million, exposing margin and procurement disputes.
  • Harness commoditization and OEM platform losses can collapse SEWS's core business fast.

What makes Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems unique

  • SEWS supplies EV and hybrid wiring harnesses across global OEM platforms.
  • The July 9, 2025 Simpson County expansion deepens Kentucky manufacturing capacity.
  • Parent Sumitomo Wiring Systems kept leadership turnover orderly on May 12, 2026.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Tuition Reimbursement