Contract Hands-On Vehicle Systems Technician

truckingpeople

Sunnyvale (CA)

On-site

USD 62,000 - 69,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

truckingpeople is seeking an Engineering Technician to support hands-on vehicle buildouts, test rigs, and engineering platforms for next-generation vehicle systems in a labs environment. This contract role is onsite in Sunnyvale, CA, requiring strong mechanical/electrical assembly, wiring, schematics reading, and diagnostic skills.

The role emphasizes practical, hands-on work with prototypes and systems, with a two-stage onsite interview process and a focus on rapid testing and calibration in a

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of hands-on technical experience in a lab, shop, vehicle, robotics, or assembly environment.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical assembly experience.
  • Proven experience building prototypes, wiring systems, and cable harnesses.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and datasheets.
  • Experience troubleshooting electromechanical systems and computer-controlled hardware.
  • Comfortable using shop tools, test equipment, and diagnostic tools.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work onsite full-time in Sunnyvale, CA.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble and modify mechanical and electrical prototypes, including wiring and cable harnesses
  • Perform hands‑on troubleshooting of vehicle systems, sensors, computers, and power components
  • Diagnose failures, perform root cause analysis, and support calibration activities
  • Support vehicle test rigs, lab platforms, and prototype builds
  • Execute rework, repairs, and component replacements as needed
  • Track and manage tools, parts inventory, and component procurement
  • Work closely with engineering teams to minimize vehicle downtime and accelerate testing
  • Follow lab safety, documentation, and build standards consistently

Skills

Hands-on lab
Mechanical assembly
Electrical assembly
Wiring harnesses
Schematic reading
Troubleshooting
Documentation
Onsite Sunnyvale

Tools

Test equipment
Diagnostic tools

Job description

truckingpeople is seeking an Engineering Technician to support hands-on vehicle buildouts, test rigs, and engineering platforms for next-generation vehicle systems in a labs environment. This contract role is onsite in Sunnyvale, CA, requiring strong mechanical/electrical assembly, wiring, schematics reading, and diagnostic skills.

The role emphasizes practical, hands-on work with prototypes and systems, with a two-stage onsite interview process and a focus on rapid testing and calibration in a

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