Manufacturing Technician

DeWinter Group; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

DeWinter Group is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for a 6-month contract role in Foster City, CA. This position involves assisting with the assembly, diagnostics, and testing of pre-production electric vehicles. Candidates should possess 4 to 6 years experience in manufacturing, with deep expertise in mechanical and electrical systems. A strong analytical mindset and ability to manage multiple tasks are crucial. This is a W2 only position, requiring the ability to work autonomously and contribute to project goals.

Qualifications

• 4 to 6 years of experience as a technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with engineers and technicians on vehicle assembly.
• Support vehicle bring-up activities using debugging skills.
• Provide feedback to engineers for system improvements.
• Complete daily tasks to meet project milestones.
• Maintain the build area.
• Identify improvements for quality and safety.

Skills

Mechanical systems expertise

Electrical systems expertise

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Title: Manufacturing Technician (x2)

Job Type: Contract (W2 Only)

Contract Length: 6 months

Pay Range: $40-45/hr

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Onsite - Foster City, CA

About the Opportunity

Our client, a leader in autonomous vehicle manufacturing, is looking for a skilled Manufacturing Technician to join their team for a 6-month engagement. This project involves the assembly, diagnostics, and testing of pre-production electric vehicles and subassemblies. This is a high-impact role that requires a self‑motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Working closely with engineers and other technicians on building, diagnosing, and testing pre-production vehicles.
• Supporting vehicle bring‑up activities, which requires using debug and diagnostic skills on electrical circuits.
• Providing direct feedback from build and bring‑up activities to engineers to help create and refine key systems.
• Completing daily tasks to ensure on‑time completion of project milestones.
• Regularly organizing and maintaining the build area.
• Identifying areas of improvement for quality, efficiency, and safety.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4 to 6 years of experience working as a technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Deep expertise in both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with basic hand, power, and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage your own time effectively to meet project goals.
• Automotive/OEM experience (specifically in EOL/diagnostics/repair) is a plus.
• W2 only (No C2C or 1099 contractors)