Wire Harness Technician

Wire Harness Technician

Build Critical Electrical Systems. Join a Team That Values Precision.

Are you experienced in electrical assembly, wiring, or manufacturing and enjoy working with your hands? We're looking for a detail-oriented Wire Harness Technician to join our production team. In this role, you'll build custom wire harnesses from blueprints and schematics, supporting high-quality electrical assemblies used in a variety of applications.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with assembly, wiring, cable harness, electrical, or manufacturing experience who are looking to grow their skills in a clean, team-oriented environment.

What You'll Do

• Build and assemble wire harnesses from blueprints, schematics, and assembly drawings.
• Route and secure wires on harness boards according to print specifications.
• Install terminals, connectors, and electrical components with precision.
• Perform wire cutting, stripping, crimping, labeling, and terminal installation.
• Verify component placement, orientation, and overall assembly accuracy.
• Conduct quality inspections throughout the build process.
• Prepare wires and components for production kits.
• Follow established build-to-print procedures and production standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot prints and improve processes.

What We're Looking For

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Experience in electrical, cable, wire harness, or mechanical assembly.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Comfortable working with small components and performing repetitive assembly work.
• Experience with hand tools, crimpers, wire cutters, and measuring devices.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Strong manual dexterity and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous wire harness assembly experience.
• Experience building directly from electrical prints or wiring diagrams.
• Experience in manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, automotive, or industrial assembly.
• Familiarity with harness boards, nail boards, and wire preparation processes.

Why Join Us?

• Stable, long-term career opportunity.
• Clean and organized manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on work with specialized electrical assemblies.
• Supportive team culture with on-the-job training.
• Opportunity to develop advanced assembly and electrical manufacturing skills.
• Consistent schedule and growth potential within the organization.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a manufacturing setting where technicians build custom wire harnesses using detailed prints and wiring diagrams. Employees spend most of their shift standing at assembly stations and build boards while utilizing hand tools and assembly equipment. The environment is focused on quality, teamwork, safety, and precision.

This is a Contract position based out of East Peoria, IL.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in East Peoria,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.