Senior EV & AV Technician for Robotaxi Operations

TSMG

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

TSMG is seeking a Senior Autonomous Vehicle Technician to maintain, diagnose, repair, and ensure the operational readiness of electric and autonomous vehicle fleets across North America. You will work with AV Operations Leads, Depot Specialists, Safety Operators, SDS Specialists, and engineering teams to minimize downtime and keep the fleet ready for daily robotaxi operations.

The role combines hands-on automotive work with EV diagnostics, high-voltage safety, software updates, and support for

Qualifications

Minimum 5+ years hands-on experience as automotive technician, service technician, EV technician, or diagnostic technician.
Strong experience with automotive diagnostics, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
Good understanding of electrical and electronic vehicle systems.
Experience using diagnostic tools, service software, and technical repair documentation.
Ability to follow strict technical procedures and safety protocols.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently under pressure in a fast-paced operational environment.
Comfortable working in shift-based operations, including evenings, weekends, or 24/7 fleet environments.
Upper-Intermediate English.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electric and autonomous vehicles used in robotaxi fleet operations.
Ensure vehicles are technically ready for daily deployment, testing, commercial operations, and autonomous ride-hailing services.
Conduct detailed vehicle inspections to support fleet readiness, vehicle uptime, and operational safety.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software-related vehicle issues.
Support maintenance workflows for high-availability autonomous vehicle fleets operating in shift-based or 24/7 environments.
Perform advanced diagnostics on EV platforms, ADAS systems, autonomous driving hardware, and vehicle electronic systems.
Use OEM diagnostic tools, service software, and technical procedures to identify root causes of vehicle faults.
Troubleshoot issues related to battery systems, drivetrains, braking systems, steering systems, sensors, cameras, wiring, and vehicle control modules.
Replace, repair, and validate vehicle components according to safety, quality, and technical standards.
Escalate complex technical issues to engineering teams with clear documentation and diagnostic findings.
Work safely with electric vehicle systems, including high-voltage batteries, charging systems, inverters, and electric drivetrains.
Follow strict high-voltage safety procedures when performing diagnostics, repairs, and component replacements.
Support charging readiness and EV fleet availability in coordination with depot operations.
Identify risks related to EV systems and elevate safety concerns immediately.
Support installation, inspection, and replacement of autonomous vehicle hardware components.
Assist with checks related to cameras, LiDAR, radar, compute units, wiring harnesses, sensor mounts, and related vehicle systems.
Coordinate with SDS Specialists when issues involve the self-driving system, sensor calibration, or autonomous driving software.
Ensure autonomous driving hardware remains properly installed, clean, functional, and ready for operation.
Perform vehicle software updates, configuration changes, and validation checks according to defined procedures.
Support post-repair testing to confirm vehicle functionality before returning the vehicle to robotaxi operations.
Verify that repairs and maintenance actions do not impact vehicle safety, operational readiness, or autonomous system performance.
Maintain accurate service records, diagnostic reports, and repair documentation.
Act as the technical lead during assigned shifts when required.
Provide guidance and escalation support to junior technicians, depot teams, and fleet operations staff.
Support training of new technicians on vehicle maintenance procedures, safety standards, and operational workflows.
Collaborate with Operations Leads to prioritize vehicle repairs and reduce fleet downtime.
Help improve maintenance processes, vehicle turnaround time, and fleet reliability.
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to fleet maintenance, depot operations, and autonomous vehicle deployment.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe technical workspace within the depot.
Ensure all work is completed according to safety procedures, quality standards, and customer requirements.