Vehicle Systems Prototyping Technician

truckingpeople; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

truckingpeople is seeking an Engineering Technician to support design, build, test, and maintain test rigs and vehicle platforms in Sunnyvale, CA. This hands-on role involves prototyping, wiring, diagnostics, and troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and automotive systems.

You will work with a team to ensure safety, manage lab components, and help with procurement and documentation. Candidates should have 2+ years of technical experience, strong soldering, and ability to read

Qualifications

• 2+ years of technical experience in mechanical, electrical, automotive, robotics or similar.
• Experience assembling prototypes, wiring, and cable assemblies.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and datasheets.
• Experience working in a lab, shop, or build environment.
• Strong soldering and hands-on technical skills.
• Familiarity with shop equipment and tools.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with 3D printers and diagnostic tools preferred.
• Familiarity with Python, Linux, or ROS is a plus.
• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) is a plus.
• Exposure to AV systems (LiDAR, radar, cameras) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot vehicle systems, sensors, and computer components.
• Perform root cause analysis and system calibration.
• Assemble prototypes, wiring, and cable assemblies.
• Interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Support testing and validation of hardware systems.
• Manage inventory of lab components and supplies.
• Handle procurement and maintain supplier relationships.
• Maintain documentation for assembly and procedures.
• Work collaboratively to minimize downtime and ensure safety.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Soldering

Troubleshooting

Prototype assembly

Schematics reading

Lab safety

Documentation

Team collaboration

Python

Linux

Tools

CAD SolidWorks

Job description

truckingpeople is seeking an Engineering Technician to support design, build, test, and maintain test rigs and vehicle platforms in Sunnyvale, CA. This hands-on role involves prototyping, wiring, diagnostics, and troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and automotive systems.

You will work with a team to ensure safety, manage lab components, and help with procurement and documentation. Candidates should have 2+ years of technical experience, strong soldering, and ability to read