Prototyping Service Technician (Automotive)

TL;DR

Prototyping Service Technician (Automotive): Maintaining, diagnosing, modifying, and validating electric, hybrid, advanced driver-assistance, and autonomous vehicle systems with an accent on electrical systems, control modules, wiring harnesses, and CAN bus operation. Focus on troubleshooting complex vehicle hardware and software issues, validating automated driving functionality, and supporting engineering requirements in a hands-on environment.

Location: Onsite in Long Beach, California, United States; travel of up to 25% may be required for training and support at other office locations.

Salary: $29.15–$43.73 per hour USD.

Company

hirify.global develops automated driving technologies, including Level 3 systems, for Ford vehicles at scale.

What you will do

• Perform mechanical maintenance, diagnosis, assembly, modification, and repair of electric and hybrid vehicles.
• Diagnose vehicle issues using supplied hardware, software, oscilloscopes, and related tools.
• Assemble, modify, and repair wiring harnesses from schematics using appropriate hand tools and rework techniques.
• Flash and re-flash automotive control modules and work with CAN bus systems.
• Validate driver-assistance, ADAS, autonomous vehicle, and electric vehicle system functionality.
• Document findings, follow work instructions, maintain an organized workspace, and collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and at least two years of employment experience.
• Professional vehicle maintenance or repair experience.
• Knowledge of vehicle diagnostic hardware and software.
• Familiarity with oscilloscopes or PicoScopes, electrical and electronic systems, and autonomous control systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license, compliant driving record, and ability to pass required driving, drug, and criminal background screenings.

Nice to have

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or a related field.
• Experience with autonomous vehicle or active safety equipment installation, repair, replacement, or operation.
• Familiarity with vehicle integration software and data collection.
• Knowledge of Google Docs, Sheets, and Gmail.

Culture & Benefits

• Work alongside specialists in machine learning, robotics, cloud platforms, mapping, sensors, compute systems, testing, systems engineering, and safety engineering.
• Hands-on work supporting automated driving technology for Ford vehicles.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Physical work includes standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, crawling, and lifting up to 50 pounds; reasonable accommodations may be available.