Autonomous Vehicle Technician - Washington D.C. - ML SHIFT - Pay up to $57.96 per hour
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AutoNation is seeking an Advanced Autonomous Vehicle Technician to perform diagnostics, repairs, calibrations, and system integrations on autonomous vehicles. This role collaborates with engineering, operations, and field safety teams to resolve issues, execute projects, and provide subject‑matter expertise on AV platforms.
The position involves on-site work in our shop and field environments, with responsibilities spanning hardware installation, software support, and real-time testing.
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.
Responsibilities
- Perform complex diagnostics and repairs on AV powertrain, braking, suspension, and high-voltage systems.
- Calibrate LiDAR, radar, camera arrays, GPS units, IMUs, and perception systems.
- Install, configure, and replace complex AV components, including computer modules and networking equipment.
- Support engineering teams with software deployments, data extraction, and log reviews.
- Coordinate with field teams for on-road and closed-course testing and issue resolution.
Job description
Advanced Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Technician is responsible for performing complex diagnostics, repairs, calibrations, and system integrations on autonomous vehicles. This role requires advanced troubleshooting of sensors, computer systems, networks, and mechanical/electrical components to ensure safe and reliable fleet operation. The technician collaborates closely with engineering, operations, and field safety teams to resolve escalated issues, execute technical projects, and provide subject‑matter expertise on AV platforms.
- 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.
- Support testing and verification of updated sensor platforms or new hardware integrations.
- 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.
- Support on-road and closed-course AV testing, including real-time troubleshooting during missions.
- Respond to escalated field issues, vehicle recoveries, and operational incidents.
- Coordinate with remote monitoring teams to address live AV technical needs.
- Maintain detailed documentation of repairs, calibrations, and diagnostics in fleet management systems.
- Identify system trends, propose solutions, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to AV technicians and cross-functional team members.
- 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.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs, work under vehicles, and operate in field environments.
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
- ASE Master Technician certification, EV/Hybrid certification, or OEM factory training.
- Experience with high-voltage systems (HV safety certification a plus).
- Knowledge of Linux command line and basic scripting for diagnostics.
- Prior experience in autonomous vehicles, robotics, advanced ADAS, or mobility tech.
- Experience supporting fleet operations or fast-paced technical environments.
- On-site role; may require evening, weekend, day shift, Night shift or Moonlight shift
- Work performed in shop, lab, and outdoor operational settings.
- Occasional travel to remote testing or operational sites.
This full-time position offers a competitive compensation structure ranging from $33.60 to $57.96 per hour, depending on certifications and experience
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