Senior Vehicle Technician: Remote Driving & EV Systems

Vay; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP stock options

Relocation assistance

Wellness Hub access

Gym access

30% off Vay rides

Team events

Job summary

Vay is hiring a Senior Technician in Las Vegas to build and scale remotely operated vehicles and Tele-stations. You will work across mechanical, electrical, and software domains, troubleshooting complex systems and validating hardware in a fast-growing mobility startup.

You will collaborate with engineering and operations teams, mentor peers, and contribute to safety and quality in every build. A hands-on, proactive approach with LEAN mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in automotive, EV, aerospace, or a similar technical maintenance or systems integration environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, including wiring, soldering, and electronic system diagnostics.
• Experience assembling, modifying, or integrating complex vehicle systems, ideally including prototype, experimental, or custom vehicle builds.
• Confidence working with Linux-based systems and computer-based diagnostic tools.
• Familiarity with EV technology, embedded systems, cameras, sensors, or autonomous vehicle hardware is a strong advantage.
• Experience applying LEAN manufacturing principles and improving workshop or production processes.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to solve unfamiliar technical challenges independently.
• Strong attention to detail, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work effectively across engineering and operations teams.
• A technical trade qualification, Associate Degree, or equivalent practical experience. ASE or manufacturer certifications are a plus.
• Flexibility to support occasional overtime or holiday work when operationally required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and integrate mechanical, electrical, communication, camera, and sensor systems into remotely operated vehicles and Tele-stations.
• Perform system validation, diagnostics, and troubleshooting using multimeters and diagnostic tools.
• Identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues, including EV systems and embedded electronics.
• Coordinate vehicle builds, track production progress, and ensure high-quality systems are delivered on schedule.
• Share technical expertise, mentor technicians, and maintain a collaborative workshop environment.
• Identify opportunities to improve assembly processes and reduce inefficiencies using LEAN practices.
• Maintain accurate digital build and maintenance records and uphold workshop safety standards.

Skills

Hands-on automotive EV experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Linux-based systems

Prototype/custom builds

LEAN manufacturing

Safety mindset

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Linux-based diagnostic tools

Job description

Vay is hiring a Senior Technician in Las Vegas to build and scale remotely operated vehicles and Tele-stations. You will work across mechanical, electrical, and software domains, troubleshooting complex systems and validating hardware in a fast-growing mobility startup.

You will collaborate with engineering and operations teams, mentor peers, and contribute to safety and quality in every build. A hands-on, proactive approach with LEAN mindset is essential.