Autonomous Vehicle Technician: Diagnostics & Calibration

AutoNation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher income potential

Full benefits package including Paid P

Longevity bonuses

Employee referral bonus up to $3000

Employee discount on vehicle purchases

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

AutoNation Inc. is seeking an Advanced Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Technician to diagnose, repair, and calibrate AV systems in a shop setting.

You will handle complex diagnostics on powertrains, high-voltage systems, and perception platforms while collaborating with engineering and field teams. You will calibrate LiDAR, radar, cameras, GPS, and IMUs, validate sensor accuracy, and support software deployments, data extraction, and field debugging.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience as an automotive, EV, robotics, or AV technician.
• Strong diagnostic experience with mechanical and electrical vehicle systems.
• Hands-on experience with sensor systems (LiDAR, radar, cameras) and computer hardware.
• Proficiency with diagnostic software, scan tools, and electrical testing equipment.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering documentation.
• Experience with CAN/LIN tools (e.g., CANalyzer, SavvyCAN, Vehicle Spy) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex mechanical and electrical troubleshooting on AV powertrain, braking, suspension, and high-voltage systems.
• Diagnose, repair, and validate faults involving CAN networks, LIN bus, power distribution, and AV computer hardware.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic tools to perform root-cause analysis and resolve recurring system issues.
• Conduct precise calibrations of LiDAR, radar, camera arrays, GPS units, IMUs, and perception systems.
• Validate sensor alignment, accuracy, and performance to meet AV operational standards.
• Install, configure, and replace complex AV components, including computer modules, communication units, wiring harnesses, and networking equipment.
• Support engineering teams with software deployments, data extraction, log reviews, and local debugging.
• Execute test plans, collect vehicle data, and provide technical feedback on firmware and hardware performance.
• On-road and closed-course testing, real-time troubleshooting, and incident response.
• Document repairs and calibrations in fleet management systems; contribute to improvements.

Skills

Diagnostics

Sensor systems

CAN/LIN tools

Electrical testing

HV safety

Linux basics

Education

ASE Master Technician

EV/Hybrid certification

OEM factory training

Tools

CANalyzer

SavvyCAN

Vehicle Spy

Job description

AutoNation Inc. is seeking an Advanced Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Technician to diagnose, repair, and calibrate AV systems in a shop setting.

You will handle complex diagnostics on powertrains, high-voltage systems, and perception platforms while collaborating with engineering and field teams. You will calibrate LiDAR, radar, cameras, GPS, and IMUs, validate sensor accuracy, and support software deployments, data extraction, and field debugging.