Technical Lead

Tundra Technical Solutions; Texas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Tundra Technical Solutions is seeking an Autonomous Technical Lead for a Lincoln, TX area site to oversee autonomous heavy equipment operations and lead operators on day/night shifts. You’ll troubleshoot, coordinate with engineering teams, and drive continuous improvements on active projects.

Ideal candidates bring strong background in heavy equipment operations, construction technology, and remote monitoring systems, with leadership experience and a commitment to safety on site.

Qualifications

• 2+ years supervising autonomous or remotely operated equipment through a control room or centralized monitoring system.
• 5+ years operating heavy civil construction equipment, including 2+ years with digital displays, guidance systems, or machine-control tech.
• 4+ years in construction field tech, surveying, machine-control support, or related site operations around active heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily autonomous equipment operations and oversee operator performance across multiple shifts.
• Monitor autonomous and semi-autonomous heavy equipment using remote monitoring and control systems.
• Supervise, train, and coach equipment operators for safe and efficient operations.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment faults, positioning errors, and communication issues.
• Coordinate with field crews, engineering teams, and site leadership to resolve technical challenges.
• Manage equipment assignments, workflows, and technical escalations.
• Enforce safety procedures, including emergency stops, equipment recovery, and safe restart protocols.
• Oversee shift transitions, incident reporting, and operational documentation.
• Support equipment readiness, system testing, and continuous operational improvements.

Skills

Remote operations supervision

Heavy civil construction equipment

Construction technology / machine‑ctl

Tools

Cat Command

MineStar

Trimble

Topcon

Leica

John Deere machine-control

GPS / GNSS / RTK

Job description

Now Hiring: Autonomous Technical Lead | Construction Technology

Location: Lincoln, TX area

Schedule: Day/Night Shifts | Shift Flexibility Required

We are looking for an experienced Autonomous Technical Lead to oversee autonomous heavy equipment operations, support technical troubleshooting, and lead operators at an active construction site.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a background in heavy equipment operations, construction technology, remote equipment monitoring, or machine-control systems who is ready to take on a leadership role in the growing autonomous construction industry.

What You'll Do:

• Lead daily autonomous equipment operations and oversee operator performance across multiple shifts.
• Monitor autonomous and semi-autonomous heavy equipment using advanced remote monitoring and control systems.
• Supervise, train, and coach equipment operators to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment faults, positioning errors, and communication issues.
• Coordinate with field crews, engineering teams, and site leadership to resolve technical challenges.
• Manage equipment assignments, operational workflows, and technical escalations.
• Enforce safety procedures, including emergency stops, equipment recovery, and safe restart protocols.
• Oversee shift transitions, incident reporting, and operational documentation.
• Support equipment readiness, system testing, and continuous operational improvements.

What We're Looking For:

Candidates must meet ONE of the following experience requirements:

• Remote Operations Experience: 2+ years supervising autonomous or remotely operated equipment through a control room or centralized monitoring system.
• Heavy Equipment Experience: 5+ years operating heavy civil construction equipment, including 2+ years using digital displays, guidance systems, or machine-control technology.
• Construction Technology Experience: 4+ years working in construction field technology, surveying, machine-control support, or related site operations around active heavy equipment.

Additional Requirements:

• 1+ year of experience leading crews, supervising shifts, training operators, or serving as a technical escalation resource.
• 2+ years troubleshooting equipment faults, communication failures, positioning errors, or control-system issues.
• Strong understanding of construction site safety, equipment movement, and operational hazards.
• Ability to prioritize multiple technical issues and make sound safety decisions under pressure.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working with digital monitoring systems, equipment diagnostics, and technical reporting tools.
• Ability to work onsite in Lexington, TX, including day and night shifts as needed.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet site safety and screening requirements.
• Willingness to complete required training, including potential training in Mendon.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Cat Command, MineStar, or other autonomous heavy equipment systems.
• Familiarity with Trimble, Topcon, Leica, or John Deere machine-control technology.
• Experience with GPS, GNSS, RTK, or equipment positioning systems.
• Background in earthmoving, grading, excavation, or heavy civil construction.
• Experience with equipment commissioning, field testing, or autonomous technology deployments.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Previous experience managing control-room operations or multiple equipment operators.

Why This Opportunity?

Take your heavy equipment or construction technology experience to the next level by stepping into a leadership position within the rapidly growing autonomous construction industry.

This role offers the opportunity to lead technical operations, develop equipment operators, and work with innovative technology transforming how construction projects are executed.

Previous autonomous equipment experience is preferred. We are looking for individuals with strong technical backgrounds, proven leadership abilities, excellent safety judgment, and a willingness to learn.