Engineering Technician

Bot Auto; Brookshire (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bot Auto in Brookshire, TX, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician specializing in retrofitting and maintaining autonomous vehicles. This role involves working on heavy-duty trucks' autonomous systems, conducting inspections, and performing repairs.

The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing and quality assurance, along with automotive mechanics skills. A flexible working schedule is expected, and some travel may be required.

Join us to innovate the future of transportation technology!

Qualifications

• Experience in assembly, installation, cable routing, and metal fabrication is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience with advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Retrofit heavy-duty trucks with autonomous systems.
• Perform inspections and maintenance of vehicle systems.
• Diagnose and repair issues related to autonomous vehicles.
• Manage tools and materials as assigned.

Skills

In-house manufacturing and quality assurance experience

Proficiency in diagnostic tools and software

Reading blueprints and wiring diagrams

Problem-solving skills

Automotive mechanics

Education

ASE Certification or relevant technical certification

CVSA Inspection certification

Job description

Bot Auto is focused on advanced technology in long-haul transportation, delivering solutions to supply chain shortage issues in the trucking industry which includes driver shortages, brokerage efficiency and vehicle reliability. A defended and innovative autonomous trucking system can be a more intelligent and sustainable solution of supply chains, improving customer relationships and eliminating emissions.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Technician to specialize in the retrofitting, wiring harness, maintenance, repair, and enhancement of autonomous vehicles. This role is essential for the smooth operation and innovation of our operational fleet.

Responsibilities

• Retrofit heavy duty trucks with autonomous driving systems including but not limited to fabrication, cable routing and connection, subassembly, assembly, installation, sealing, setup, software / firmware upgrade, inspection, testing and validation…etc.
• Conduct detailed inspections, routine and preventative maintenance of vehicle systems, such as chassis, suspension, brakes, steering, throttle and autonomous systems.
• Diagnose and repair quality issues related to autonomous vehicles like sensor installation, cable connections, cleaning, leakage, and alignments.
• Perform modification and replacement for aftermarket autonomous vehicles.
• Manage tools, jigs, non-inventory items and other materials as assigned.

Requirements

• In‑house manufacturing and quality assurance experience in assembly, installation, cable routing, metal fabrication, soldering and others, preferably in the auto or truck industry.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and software for troubleshooting vehicle systems.
• Capable of reading blue prints, wiring diagrams, SOPs and BOMs.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in automotive mechanics, electrical and electronics, with specific skills in advanced driver‑assist systems (ADAS) is preferred.
• ASE Certification, CVSA Inspection certification or relevant technical certification in automotive mechanics, with a focus on emerging technologies is preferred.
• Travel (<10%)

Location and Hours

Location: Greater Houston, TX

Hours: 10am-6pm (willing to work flexible hours when needed).

As set forth in Bot Auto’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.