Hardware Technician - Electrical Engineering

HireArt; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Healthcare benefits (employer subsidy)

Flexible Spending Account

Disability & life insurance covered by

401k package

Job summary

HireArt is helping our client find a Hardware Technician - Electrical Engineering to support the build, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems across autonomous truck platforms. This role is onsite in Pittsburgh, PA.

You'll work hands-on with electrical distribution systems, wiring harnesses, sensors, compute systems, and actuation modules while supporting vehicle build and test cycles.

Qualifications

• An associate degree or technical certification in electrical/electronics technology or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 2+ years of experience with automotive or industrial electrical distribution systems and wiring harnesses.
• Proficiency reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment and vehicle electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, integrate, and validate electrical distribution systems across sensor, compute, and actuation modules.
• Build, test, repair, and troubleshoot wiring harnesses and electrical systems; identify faults.
• Collaborate with mechanical and software teams to translate power and signal requirements into solutions.
• Support vehicle build, integration, and test cycles and basic mechanical assembly related to sensors and brackets.
• Read electrical schematics and harness drawings to diagnose and resolve issues; document results.

Skills

Reading schematics

Electrical troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Fast-paced prototype work

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in electrical/electronics technology

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Crimping tools

Power tools

Job description

Expected compensation: 32.00 - 37.00 USD Per Hour

HireArt is helping our client find Hardware Technicians - Electrical Engineering to support the build, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems across autonomous truck platforms.

In this role, you'll work hands-on with electrical distribution systems, wiring harnesses, sensors, compute systems, and actuation modules while supporting vehicle build and test cycles. You'll collaborate closely with mechanical, software, and electrical engineering teams to ensure systems are integrated safely and reliably for on-road operation.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with automotive or industrial electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and electrical troubleshooting. You’re comfortable reading schematics, working with electrical test equipment, and solving technical issues in a fast-paced prototype environment.

Work Location: This role is fully onsite in Pittsburgh, PA.

As a Hardware Technician - Electrical Engineering, You'll

• Install, integrate, and validate electrical distribution systems, including wiring harnesses, power distribution units, fuses, relays, and connectors, across sensor, compute, and actuation modules.
• Build, test, repair, and troubleshoot automotive-grade wiring harnesses and electrical systems, identifying faults, shorts, and wiring issues.
• Work with mechanical and software teams to translate power and signal requirements into robust electrical distribution solutions.
• Support vehicle build, integration, and test cycles, including basic mechanical assembly related to sensor, actuator, connector, and bracket installation.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness drawings to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of builds, test results, and issue resolution using PLM and document control tools.
  
  

Requirements

• An associate degree or technical certification in electrical/electronics technology, automotive technology, or equivalent hands-on experience
• 2+ years of experience with automotive or industrial electrical distribution systems, wiring harness builds, or related work
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Working knowledge of low-voltage vehicle electrical systems
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, or equivalent electrical safety standards
• Hands-on experience with hand tools, power tools, torque tools, crimping tools, and test equipment, including multimeters, continuity testers, and oscilloscopes
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced prototype and build environment with evolving requirements
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 12V, 24V, or high-voltage automotive electrical systems
  
  

Benefits

• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employer (HireArt) subsidized Healthcare Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• HireArt covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401k package
  
  

Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It is onsite and available to candidates local to Monroeville, PA who are willing to commute to the Pittsburgh, PA area.

HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.