Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic - Autonomous Fleet

truckingpeople; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

truckingpeople is seeking an Autonomous Vehicle Technician in Austin, TX to support retrofit, integration, and production of autonomous vehicle systems. This on-site role is full-time contract (W-2) with a pay range of $25–$30 per hour and a 12+ month term.

You will work hands-on with automotive mechanical/electrical systems, collaborating with engineering and operations to ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Hands-on automotive/mechanical/electrical experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams or technical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced workshop or production environment.

Responsibilities

• Install and integrate sensors, wiring harnesses, compute modules, and AV hardware.
• Perform vehicle retrofits, hardware updates, and system integrations.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Use multimeters, diagnostic equipment, and mechanical/electrical tools.
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Troubleshooting

Reading wiring diagrams

Electrical/mechanical experience

Safe lift and handling

Tools

Multimeters

Diagnostic equipment

Tools for mechanical/electrical work

Job description

Autonomous Vehicle Technician – Austin, TX

Location: Austin, TX
Job Type: Full-Time Contract (W-2)
Pay: $25–$30/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Contract: 12+ months / Indefinite
Work Environment: On-site

Build the Technology Behind Autonomous Vehicles

We’re hiring Autonomous Vehicle Technicians in Austin to support the retrofit, integration, and production of autonomous vehicle systems.

This is a hands-on automotive technician role for candidates with mechanical and electrical experience who enjoy troubleshooting vehicles, installing components, working with tools, and following technical procedures.

You’ll work alongside engineering, quality, and operations teams to help prepare and maintain vehicles used in autonomous driving development.

What You’ll Do

• Install and integrate sensors, wiring harnesses, compute modules, and AV hardware

• Perform vehicle retrofits, hardware updates, and system integrations

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues

• Use multimeters, diagnostic equipment, and mechanical/electrical tools

• Perform rework and correct build issues

• Read and follow wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and SOPs

• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work

• Maintain tools, equipment, and inventory

• Work efficiently while maintaining quality and safety standards

• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams

What We’re Looking For

• Hands-on automotive, mechanical, or electrical experience

• Experience using mechanical/electrical tools and diagnostic equipment

• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams or technical drawings

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced workshop or production environment

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on vehicles for extended periods

• Valid driver’s license required — a copy must be provided with your application

Experience That’s a Plus

• Automotive service or vehicle repair

• EV or hybrid vehicle systems

• Autonomous vehicle technology

• LiDAR, radar, or camera sensors

• Low-voltage or high-voltage electrical systems

• Wiring harnesses, connectors, or electronic modules

• Vehicle retrofit or installation work

• Soldering, crimping, or basic fabrication

• Electrical diagnostics and troubleshooting

Important

This position is hands-on and vehicle-focused. We are looking for candidates with mechanical/electrical experience working directly with vehicles or technical equipment.

IT Technician experience alone is not a match for this position.

Interview Process

• Round 1: 30-minute virtual interview

• Round 2: 1-hour in-person skills assessment

If you have experience working on vehicles, electrical systems, automotive equipment, or technical installations and want to work with autonomous vehicle technology, we’d like to hear from you.