Autonomous Vehicle Technician

NGV Talent; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NGV Talent is seeking Autonomous Vehicle Technicians to support retrofit, integration, and production of autonomous vehicle platforms. This hands-on role combines mechanical, electrical, and systems-level work in a fast-paced, process-driven environment.

The position suits candidates with automotive, EV, or vehicle retrofit experience, comfortable with diagnostic tools, wiring diagrams, and complex vehicle hardware.

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical and electrical tools.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Install and integrate sensors, compute modules, wiring harnesses, and custom autonomous vehicle hardware
• Execute vehicle retrofits and system integrations with a focus on quality and throughput
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues during build processes
• Perform hardware updates, rework, and build corrections as needed
• Follow standard operating procedures to ensure consistent and repeatable builds
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams
• Maintain tools, inventory, and organized work areas
• Accurately document work performed and any issues identified during builds

Skills

Mechanical tools experience

Electrical tools experience

Read wiring diagrams

Diagnostic equipment usage

Tools

Multimeters

Diagnostic equipment

Wiring diagrams literacy

Job description

Job Overview

We are hiring Autonomous Vehicle Technicians to support the retrofit, integration, and production of autonomous vehicle platforms. This is a hands-on role that combines mechanical, electrical, and systems-level work in a fast-paced, process-driven environment.

This is a strong fit for candidates with automotive, EV, vehicle retrofit, or similar technical experience who are comfortable working with diagnostic tools, wiring diagrams, electrical systems, and complex vehicle hardware.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and integrate sensors, compute modules, wiring harnesses, and custom autonomous vehicle hardware
• Execute vehicle retrofits and system integrations with a focus on quality and throughput
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues during build processes
• Perform hardware updates, rework, and build corrections as needed
• Follow standard operating procedures to ensure consistent and repeatable builds
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams
• Maintain tools, inventory, and organized work areas
• Accurately document work performed and any issues identified during builds

Requirements

• Experience working with mechanical and electrical tools
• Experience using multimeters and diagnostic equipment
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, high-throughput production environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work on and around vehicles for extended periods

Preferred Qualifications

• Automotive, EV, or vehicle retrofit experience
• Experience with electric or autonomous vehicle systems
• Familiarity with LiDAR, radar, cameras, or other vehicle sensors
• Experience with low-voltage and high-voltage electrical systems
• Experience with wiring harnesses, connectors, and electronic modules
• Soldering or crimping experience
• Basic fabrication skills

Schedule

• Monday-Friday
• 9:00 AM-5:00 PM