Senior Engineering Technician (Automotive)

TL;DR

Senior Engineering Technician (Automotive): Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and hardware debugging for autonomous tuggers with an accent on physical integration, low-voltage DC systems, and manual fabrication. Focus on building test fixtures, executing validation procedures, and resolving complex electrical and mechanical issues on development vehicles.

Location: On-site in Mountain View, CA

Company

hirify.global develops autonomous tuggers for factories, warehouses, and other industrial facilities throughout North America.

What you will do

• Support NPI build activities, including the physical integration and wiring of autonomous vehicle hardware onto material handling platforms.
• Debug and resolve electrical and mechanical issues on existing test platforms and development vehicles.
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to build test fixtures and execute validation procedures.
• Perform mechanical modifications and electrical rework using manual machine shop tools.
• Independently manage, track, and prioritize multiple concurrent requests from the engineering team to ensure project timelines are met.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience working with electric vehicles (EVs) or electric material handling equipment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting low-voltage DC electrical systems.
• Competence in the safe operation of manual shop tools (lathes, drills, band saws, grinders) and wiring harness assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, and CAD models.
• Must be based in or able to work on-site in Mountain View, CA.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of PCB rework and soldering.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, and FSA.
• Company 401(k) and 100% company-funded life and disability insurance.
• Flexible vacation policy and sabbatical leave opportunity after 5 years of service.
• Daily lunches for in-office employees and a fully-stocked kitchen.
• Paid parental leave and commuter benefits.