Description
The Senior Vehicle Integration Technician is responsible for installing, integrating, testing, validating, and troubleshooting complex electronic systems in prototype and production-intent vehicles, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test systems, and laboratory test racks.
This role requires strong automotive electrical and electronics expertise, hands-on vehicle integration experience, and the ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex technical issues while collaborating effectively with engineering and technical teams.
Responsibilities
Installation and System Integration
- Install, integrate, and configure electronic hardware and systems in vehicles and test environments, including:
- Prototype vehicle systems
- Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test systems and test racks
- Telematics systems
- Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS)
- Infotainment systems
- Electric vehicle charging systems
- High-voltage battery systems
- Aftermarket components and accessories
- Fabricate, modify, and install wiring harnesses, connectors, modules, sensors, and related components.
- Verify that wiring, connections, mounting, and system configurations meet engineering requirements, manufacturer specifications, and applicable industry standards.
- Work closely with engineering teams to support system bring-up, vehicle builds, upgrades, and hardware modifications.
Testing and Validation
- Perform functional, performance, and safety testing of integrated systems.
- Use diagnostic tools, test equipment, and engineering software to verify system operation and identify technical issues.
- Support validation activities by executing test procedures and collecting accurate data.
- Document installation details, system configurations, test procedures, findings, and results.
- Communicate issues clearly and provide recommendations for corrective action.
Troubleshooting and Repair
- Diagnose complex electrical and electronic system malfunctions, communication faults, and hardware failures.
- Apply structured troubleshooting methods to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Repair, replace, or modify wiring, connectors, modules, and related components as needed.
- Verify repairs and modifications through appropriate testing and validation.
- Escalate design-related issues and collaborate with engineers to develop long-term solutions.
Technical Leadership
- Apply advanced knowledge of automotive electronics, circuit analysis, power electronics, vehicle communication networks, and digital systems.
- Read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering drawings, pinout tables, and technical documentation.
- Maintain awareness of emerging vehicle integration technologies, tools, standards, and best practices.
- Provide technical guidance, share knowledge, and mentor less-experienced team members.
- Promote safe, organized, and high-quality work practices.
Qualifications
- Five or more years of experience in automotive electrical/electronic integration, vehicle development, testing, or a related technical field.
- Demonstrated experience installing, integrating, testing, and troubleshooting complex vehicle electronic systems.
- Strong understanding of automotive electrical systems, electronic components, wiring, grounding, power distribution, and communication networks.
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools and test equipment, such as digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, data acquisition systems, and vehicle network diagnostic tools.
- Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
- Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail, workmanship, documentation, and accuracy.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage assignments independently and collaborate in a cross-functional team environment.
- Ability to follow established safety procedures when working with high-voltage and prototype vehicle systems.
Benefits
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
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