Trucking People - Now Hiring! · 19 hours ago
Engineering Technician – Vehicle Systems (Contract)
Sunnyvale, CA
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$45/hr - $50/hr
2+ years expTrucking People is hiring an experienced Engineering Technician to support hands-on vehicle buildouts and engineering platforms for next-generation vehicle systems. The role involves assembling prototypes, troubleshooting vehicle systems, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance testing efficiency.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Assemble and modify mechanical and electrical prototypes, including wiring and cable harnesses
Perform hands-on troubleshooting of vehicle systems, sensors, computers, and power components
Diagnose failures, perform root cause analysis, and support calibration activities
Support vehicle test rigs, lab platforms, and prototype builds
Execute rework, repairs, and component replacements as needed
Track and manage tools, parts inventory, and component procurement
Work closely with engineering teams to minimize vehicle downtime and accelerate testing
Follow lab safety, documentation, and build standards consistently
Qualification
Required
2+ years of hands-on technical experience in a lab, shop, vehicle, robotics, or assembly environment
Strong mechanical and electrical assembly experience
Proven experience building prototypes, wiring systems, and cable harnesses
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and datasheets
Experience troubleshooting electromechanical systems and computer-controlled hardware
Comfortable using shop tools, test equipment, and diagnostic tools
Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills
Ability to work onsite full-time in Sunnyvale, CA
Preferred
Automotive, autonomous vehicle, or advanced vehicle systems experience
Familiarity with sensors such as cameras, LiDAR, radar, and related AV hardware
Experience with soldering, crimping, and connector standards
Exposure to Python, Linux, or ROS environments
Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks
Familiarity with 3D printers and rapid prototyping tools
Company
Trucking People - Now Hiring!
Trucking People is a collective of transportation industry professionals representing a variety of expertise, all of whom bear one single mission- to provide companies with the best talent for their transportation operations.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Chris Flores
managing partner/VP of sales
Liza Rodriguez, HRPM,TAS
President - Founder
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