Bench Technician Associate (Automotive)

TL;DR

Bench Technician Associate (Automotive): Providing installation, upgrade, and engineering change support for automated driving hardware and software systems with an accent on diagnostic triage and bench fleet operations. Focus on assembling and repairing wiring harnesses, validating network functionality, and maintaining configuration management for complex sensor and compute systems.

Location: Must be based in Pittsburgh, PA

Company

A Ford Motor Company subsidiary developing automated driving technologies at the speed of a technology startup.

What you will do

• Diagnose physical and operational electronic and assembly issues using hardware and software tools.
• Assemble, modify, and repair wiring harnesses based on schematics and technical prints.
• Validate signal paths, network functionality, and configuration management across platforms.
• Document diagnostic events and bench health using automated systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on advanced architecture and sensor control systems.
• Maintain inventory of project parts and ensure a clean, organized workspace.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with two years of professional experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of computer hardware, server rack installation, and wire management.
• Ability to create, modify, and install wiring systems and harnesses.
• Proficiency with Google Suite (Sheets, Docs, Slides).
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time for training and team meetings.
• Strong interest in technology and ability to work independently in close quarters.

Nice to have

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology.
• Experience with flashing automotive control modules and CAN bus operation.
• Familiarity with oscilloscope or picoscope usage.
• Basic knowledge of networking technology and troubleshooting.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automated driving technology for Ford.
• Collaborative environment with experts in machine learning, robotics, and systems engineering.
• Exposure to a fast-paced, startup-like culture within a major automotive subsidiary.
• Commitment to a culturally diverse workforce and equal opportunity employment.