Engineering Technician
SUMMARY:
The Hardware-Software Integration team is responsible for ensuring various hardware subsystems work reliably on our software test platforms on a day-to-day basis. As the Engineering Technician you will support the build and maintenance of these custom machines to enable software simulation.
This role is essential and fundamental to the execution stage of the autonomous software development program ensuring that the simulation and test infrastructure operate predictably at all times.
We are looking for someone who is comfortable with maintaining complex systems and excited about developing new ways to support a rapidly moving RampD organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Diagnose troubleshoot and repair test hardware/equipment
- Build cable harnesses based on diagrams/drawings
- Coordinate with cross functional teams for parts receiving installs upgrades and decommissioning projects
- Assemble custom hardware to enable Hardware-in-the-Loop testing of software builds
- Use commercially available off-the-shelf components to build computers
- Integrate network and vehicle system components in server racks
- Move and rack computer equipment weighing up to 50 pounds with assistance
- Create and track tickets within ticketing system to address problems incidents and changes of hardware and provide details of work performed
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrate proficiency with appropriate tools to build and repair automotive harnesses Demonstrate proficiency with diagnostic tools primarily DMMs to diagnose faults voltage checks continuity shorts opens etc
- Experience with building/troubleshooting/diagnosing computers
- Excellent organizational and documentation skills
- Ability to lift 25-30 pound boxes
- Able to crawl/bend to work on equipment low to the ground and able to climb on ladders to access equipment up to 8 feet high
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with Google suite /Microsoft Office
JIRA Confluence or similar programs
Automotive diagnostic experience
Familiarity with CAN analyzers scan tools etc
Experience in running scripts and working with Linux based systems B.S. in Engineering Bonus Qualification
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Drug Screen may be required.
We will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to Federal, State and Local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Talascend is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Applicants with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. To find out more visit California Fair Chance Act.
Pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Talascend also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, plan requirements, schedule type, and client work site mandates.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.