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Engineering Technician – Vehicle Systems (Contract)

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Engineering Technician – Vehicle Systems (Contract)


Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Onsite)
Pay: $45–$50 per hour
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Contract role | Two-stage onsite interview

Overview
We are hiring an experienced Engineering Technician to support hands-on vehicle buildouts, test rigs, and engineering platforms for next-generation vehicle systems. This is a highly practical, lab-based role supporting rapid deployment of Gen2 vehicle technology. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical and electrical skills and is comfortable troubleshooting complex systems in a fast-paced engineering environment.

This is not a desk role. Hands-on experience is essential.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assemble and modify mechanical and electrical prototypes, including wiring and cable harnesses
  • Perform hands-on troubleshooting of vehicle systems, sensors, computers, and power components
  • Diagnose failures, perform root cause analysis, and support calibration activities
  • Support vehicle test rigs, lab platforms, and prototype builds
  • Execute rework, repairs, and component replacements as needed
  • Track and manage tools, parts inventory, and component procurement
  • Work closely with engineering teams to minimize vehicle downtime and accelerate testing
  • Follow lab safety, documentation, and build standards consistently

Core Requirements (Must-Have)
  • 2+ years of hands-on technical experience in a lab, shop, vehicle, robotics, or assembly environment
  • Strong mechanical and electrical assembly experience
  • Proven experience building prototypes, wiring systems, and cable harnesses
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and datasheets
  • Experience troubleshooting electromechanical systems and computer-controlled hardware
  • Comfortable using shop tools, test equipment, and diagnostic tools
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills
  • Ability to work onsite full-time in Sunnyvale, CA

Highly Preferred Experience (Nice-to-Have)
  • Automotive, autonomous vehicle, or advanced vehicle systems experience
  • Familiarity with sensors such as cameras, LiDAR, radar, and related AV hardware
  • Experience with soldering, crimping, and connector standards
  • Exposure to Python, Linux, or ROS environments
  • Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks
  • Familiarity with 3D printers and rapid prototyping tools

How to Apply
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