Autonomous Technician I

AI Chopping Block, Inc.; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Healthcare premiums

401K match

Paid vacation

AD&D insurance

Job summary

Torc is seeking an Autonomy Technician to support the integration and maintenance of our self-driving software with test vehicles. You will review logs, inspect installations, and assist engineers in diagnosing complex issues to ensure readiness for testing.

The role requires experience with automotive service, strong troubleshooting, and adherence to safety practices. You will collaborate across teams to maintain vehicle readiness and support software integration efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience with automotive or heavy machinery service and repair, including complex electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose vehicle or machinery problems using general shop, automotive, and diagnostic tools.
• Efficient use of a computer to create and respond to communications, record observations, and assist with data collection or troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations for compliance including OSHA and shop safety practices.
• Energetic and self-motivated with the ability to work in a cooperative, rapidly changing team setting with aggressive goals and timelines.
• Demonstrates technical aptitude and consistent high-quality workmanship, attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and field personnel on tests or R&D projects.
• Review logs and maintenance histories to analyze, diagnose and repair parts and problems.
• Inspect component installations, maintenance, repairs and replacements.
• Provide time and parts estimates, ensuring vehicle safety and operability.
• Maintain Torc’s test vehicles and maximize availability for software testing.
• Support system integration testing as a Test Conductor.

Skills

Automotive service

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics tools

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Job description

About the Company

At Torc, we have always believed that autonomous vehicle technology will transform how we travel, move freight, and do business. A leader in autonomous driving since 2007, Torc has spent over a decade commercializing our solutions with experienced partners. Now a part of the Daimler family, we are focused solely on developing software for automated trucks to transform how the world moves freight. Join us and catapult your career with the company that helped pioneer autonomous technology, and the first AV software company with the vision to partner directly with a truck manufacturer.

Meet the Team

The Autonomy Technician supports the integration and maintenance of Torc’s self-driving software with our test vehicles. Providing direct test support, reviewing logs and maintenance histories, referencing manufacturers manuals and specifications, inspections, diagnosing and repairing parts and problems, and supporting engineers to analyze and solve complex problems.

What You’ll Do

• Works as a team member with engineers, technicians, and field personnel on tests or R&D projects.
• Reviewing logs and maintenance histories, referencing manufacturers manuals and specifications, and other information to analyze, diagnose and repair parts, compatibility issues, and problems.
• Inspecting and documenting component installations, maintenance, repairs and replacements.
• Provide time and parts estimates as needed, understanding safety and sense of urgency for vehicle turnaround. Ensuring each vehicle is operable and safe in conjunction with the Operational Safety Engineer.
• Maintain Torc’s test vehicles
• Maximize availability of BCB test vehicles for software integration testing
• Ensure necessary base vehicle service is performed
• Perform calibrations, and other AD kit maintenance as needed
• Troubleshoot, track, and resolve AD kit component reliability issues
• Coordinate sensor replacement, RMA’s, and repairs
• Assist with vehicle readiness by fueling etc.
• Perform AD kit updates as needed
• Install new sensors and/or hardware (may require some small-scale fabrication)
• Deploy software as needed prior to test execution
• Support tracking of vehicle usage and availability metrics
• Support system integration testing as a Test Conductor
• Assists managers and procurement specialists to ensure adequate parts, fluids, materials, and supplies inventory levels are maintained at site and equipment locations.
• Maintain a secure, safe, clean, and healthy work environment.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Experience with automotive or heavy machinery service and repair, including complex electrical systems
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and diagnose vehicle or machinery problems and use general shop, automotive, and diagnostic tools.
• Efficient use of a computer to create and respond appropriately to communications, and record observations and assist with data collection or troubleshooting
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations for compliance including OSHA and other shop safety practices. A respect for safety
• Energetic and self-motivated with the ability to work in a cooperative, rapidly changing team setting with aggressive goals and challenging timelines.
• Demonstrates technical aptitude and consistent high-quality workmanship, and takes pride in work maintaining standards.
• Able to follow process with attention to detail, ensuring consistency in execution
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to build trust and strong relationships, effectively create reports and relate data, and communicate to a diverse workforce.
• Ability to communicate clearly about technical subjects to multiple audiences
• Strong time management and organizational skills to plan, develop, and maintain programs and initiatives simultaneously.
• Ability to ethically handle sensitive and confidential information with impartiality and professionalism.
• Enjoys learning new technology

Perks of Being a Full-time Torc’r

Torc cares about our team members and we strive to provide benefits and resources to support their health, work/life balance, and future. Our culture is collaborative, energetic, and team focused. Torc offers:

• A competitive compensation package that includes a bonus component and stock options
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees
• 401K plan with a 6% employer match
• Flexibility in schedule and generous paid vacation (available immediately after start date)
• AD+D and Life Insurance

At Torc, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate the uniqueness of our Torc’rs and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or disabilities.

Even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications listed for this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several geographic markets. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Torc's total compensation package will also include our corporate bonus and stock option plan. Dependent on the position offered, sign-on payments, relocation, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

Job ID: 102986

Hiring Range for Job Opening

$60,500-$72,600 USD