Senior Vehicle Technician
Zoox
Software Engineering
Las Vegas, NV, USA
Posted on Friday, May 31, 2024
We are looking for an engineering-focused vehicle technician to support the readiness of our autonomous vehicle fleet. You will perform maintenance, and repairs, and contribute towards the operations of our workshop through documentation and processes. This includes scheduled service, diagnostics, repair coordination, and general depot upkeep.
In this role, you will:
- Configure, set up, maintain, diagnose, and sign off on AV vehicles for safe on-road usage.
- Sync with Shift Lead to ensure all vehicles are in a “ready” state for demonstration and testing requirements
- Perform diagnostics and escalate to the appropriate engineering team as required
- Coordinate and drive the repair process, including troubleshooting and failure analysis
- Create diagnostic test plans and procedures as the team requires
- Maintain vehicle service records and documented quality field reports, as well as maintained shop facilities, ensured tools are in order, and workspace is in excellent working condition
- Execute multiple repairs at the same time; working with junior technicians and build an excellent service experience for internal teams and business partners
Qualifications:
- Extensive knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of hybrid and electric vehicles
- Advanced EV repair & troubleshooting experience
- Experience using work order documentation systems & diagnostic repair tools
- Minimum of 5 years of technician experience
- Reliable, self-starter, “roll-up-the-sleeves” work ethos and an ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and deliverables
- Proactive executor focused on quality output in a time-constrained environment
- Excellent written and verbal skills, must be honest, responsible, and an outstanding communicating team player
- Technical trade school certificate or Associate Degree in Automotive Repair and clean/excellent driving record
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience in an automotive-focused engineering or research lab (i.e. Dyno, Battery, etc.)
- Knowledge of CAN, wiring diagrams, and soldering preferred
- IT systems experience (software, scripting, networks, security, databases)
- Robotics experience
- Ability to travel locally and nationally (on occasion)
There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The hourly range for this position is $48/hr to $79/hr. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.
Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.