Autonomous Vehicle Technician

Toyota Automated Logistics; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Bastian Automation, a division of Toyota Automated Logistics, seeks a Robotics Technician to support customers in Fort Wayne, IN. You will assist in integration, troubleshooting, and training of autonomous vehicle technologies with on-site support to Fort Wayne and surrounding areas.

The role requires travel within North America, occasional overnight trips, and collaboration with the Autonomous Vehicle Operations Team in Georgetown, KY.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
• Minimum of 2+ years of work experience.
• Willing to travel overnight – up to 25%.
• Able to lift and move up to 70lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist or lead in integrating AV systems at customer locations with minimal overnight travel.
• Configure, optimize, and troubleshoot AV systems using computer interfaces and software.
• Observe AV system performance on-site and prepare technical reports for customers.
• Communicate effectively with customers and provide on-site training and support.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Analytical thinking

Mentoring/Coaching

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Voltmeter

Hand tools

PC laptop

Microsoft Office

Linux

Telnet

Job description

Bastian Automation, a division of Toyota Automated Logistics, is seeking Robotics Technician to support customers in the Fort Wayne, IN area.

Job Overview

The Robotics Technician will assist in integration, troubleshooting, and training of autonomous vehicle technologies. They will primarily provide on-site technical support to customers in the Fort Wayne and surrounding areas. This position works under the direction of the Autonomous Vehicle Operations Team in Georgetown, KY. Additionally, they may provide vehicle / system integration and support at locations outside the Fort Wayne, IN area within North America as needed. Overnight travel within North America is occasionally required with this position.

Job Functions

• Assist or lead in integrating AV systems primarily at locations within the Fort Wayne and surrounding areas with no overnight travel.
• Occasionally assist or lead in integrating AV systems at other customer locations in North America with overnight travel.
• Work extensively with software applications and web interfaces (primarily using a laptop PC) to configure, optimize, and troubleshoot our customer’s AV systems.
• Primarily, be physically present at customer sites such as manufacturing and warehouse facilities to observe and optimize AV system performance but occasionally work remotely (from home) to support our customers.
• Effectively communicate with customers and frequently prepare system technical reports and documentation.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 35% overnight travel (Travel expenses paid by Bastian Automation)
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and passport

Preferred Skills And Required Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
• An associate’s / bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 2+ years of work experience.
• Must be willing to travel overnight – up to 25%
• Ability to use voltmeter and various small hand tools
• Computer proficiency: PC laptop, Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc), basic knowledge of Linux and TelNet
• Working knowledge of automation technology is a plus (PLCs, Motors, Servos, Motor Controllers, Power Circuits, RFID, Encoders, Sensors etc…).
• Basic understanding of electrical theory and mechanical design principles is a plus.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and self-motivated to earn and maintain the respect of our customers.
• Logical and analytical thinking with a methodical approach to problem solving is essential to success in this role.
• Ability to advise, mentor, coach, teach, and effectively communicate with colleagues and customers.
• Must be able to occasionally lift / move up to 70lbs.
• Employees must follow all information security policies, protect confidential data, complete required training, and report any suspected security incidents to support our information security controls.

About Bastian Automation

Bastian is a trusted material handling automation integrator supporting distribution and manufacturing operations across the automotive, aerospace, tire and wheel, and other related industries – helping them work smarter, scale faster, and deliver with confidence.

In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
• Vacation / Holiday Pay
• Paid Volunteer time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
• Company Meetings & Events