Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Skills
Computer Hardware
Assembly
Electrical Engineering
Electronic Troubleshooting
Mechanical Engineering
Soldering
Schematics
Routing
vehicle
automotive
electric vehicle
Job Details
Job Title: Engineering Technician Test Asset Build Support
Location: Palo Alto, CA & Long Beach, CA
Employment Type: Contract (with potential for full-time conversion)
Industry: Automotive / Electric Vehicles
Job Summary:
We are seeking skilled Engineering Technicians to support the design, build, and maintenance of test assets for next-generation electric vehicle systems. This includes hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) setups, benchtop rigs, and full vehicle bucks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Interpret engineering schematics and technical documentation.
- Design and fabricate custom wire harnesses.
- Assemble and bring up test assets (benchtop, rack-mounted, vehicle bucks).
- Perform functional verification, retrofits, and troubleshooting.
- Maintain and document test asset configurations and modifications.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical schematics.
- Proficiency in wire harness fabrication (crimping, soldering, routing).
- Experience with multimeters, oscilloscopes, and basic electrical diagnostics.
- Familiarity with CAN, Ethernet, UDS protocols.
- Mechanical assembly and fabrication experience.
- Prior experience with HIL systems or vehicle bucks is a plus.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.