Lead Autonomy Tech: Prototyping, Training & Support

Waymo LLC; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Waymo LLC is seeking an experienced automotive technician/engineer to join our operations team in Anchorage. You will support expert diagnostic technicians, drive technical change in workshops, and help develop new service methods and tools for autonomous vehicle technology.

The role emphasizes project management across multiple initiatives, with strong communication across cross-functional teams and executives, and a focus on advancing electric/hybrid vehicle capabilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an advanced automotive technician or automotive engineering role.
• Mastery of diagnostic strategies and tools covering mechanical, electrical, and networking (e.g. CAN).
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, external partners, and executives.
• Analytical skills to identify developmental opportunities and communicate them effectively.
• Experience servicing electric or hybrid vehicles (high voltage qualification preferred).

Responsibilities

• Enable the experts: Equip specialist diagnostic technicians with knowledge and resources
• Evolve the workshop: Facilitate technical change management in the workshops by planning and deploying new technologies, methodologies, and resources
• Unlock service capabilities: Develop service methods, tools, and technical resources such as theory of operations
• Grow workshop competencies: Contribute to advanced technical training curriculums
• Advance Waymo Driver development: Enable engineering testing and development with consultation and hands on support
• Craft next gen technology: Execute prototype builds and exploratory vehicle modifications

Skills

Automotive experience

Diagnostic tools

Project management

Communication skills

Electrical & CAN

HV systems

Job description

Waymo LLC is seeking an experienced automotive technician/engineer to join our operations team in Anchorage. You will support expert diagnostic technicians, drive technical change in workshops, and help develop new service methods and tools for autonomous vehicle technology.

The role emphasizes project management across multiple initiatives, with strong communication across cross-functional teams and executives, and a focus on advancing electric/hybrid vehicle capabilities.