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Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic - Autonomous Fleet

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Austin, TX$52k – $62kPosted Oct 5, 2026

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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.

Apply today for the Autonomous Vehicle Technician position in Austin, TX. Call Sam (630) 256-8442

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