Vehicle Electronic Technician

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and is a leading provider of AI-powered autonomous vehicle technology committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company is developing an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack for driverless commercial trucking applications. Kodiak’s unique modular hardware approach integrates sensors into a streamlined sensor-pod structure that is purpose-built for perception, scalability, and maintainability. The company autonomously delivers freight daily for its commercial customers across the Sun Belt states and for Atlas Energy in the Permian Basin. Kodiak also leverages its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.

We are looking for an experienced Vehicle Integration Technician who is highly motivated, familiar with complex systems and has experience working cross functionally with operations and engineering teams.

What you'll do:

• Troubleshoot and debug issues in the field, and trace failures to correct subsystems
• Develop and perform corrective and preventative actions for top failure modes  
• Hands-on work with mechanical, electrical, and software systems to diagnose, repair, and root cause issues seen across our fleet. 
• Maintain, repair and upfit mechanical, electrical and software systems to contribute and improve to fleet-wide uptime
• Lead and support engineering test activities by applying engineering practices, principles, and various analysis tools to achieve performance targets and standards
• Provide feedback and inspect hardware quality at various levels and resolve manufacturing/build issues. 
• Create and review documentation such as drawings, schematics, build instructions, and incoming hardware quality tests/checks

What you'll bring:

• 5+ years of experience as a technician in autonomous, automotive, aerospace, or related industries
• Strong technical background with automotive electronics expertise
• Familiar with communication protocols (Ethernet, CAN, LIN, 100BASE-T1)
• Knowledge of electrical/harnessing standards and manufacturing processes (low and high volume)
• Comfortable using both tools and computers
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to lift up to 45 lbs and move frequently up to 25 lbs
• Willing to work in a shop or outdoor environment, day or night
• Able to climb, kneel, crouch, and maneuver around trucks for repairs

Bonus skills:

• Experience with scripting and data analysis languages such as Python or Matlab.
• Experience and knowledge around instrumentation using a wide variety of sensors (strain gauges, thermocouples, load cells, etc).

What we offer:

• 14/7 schedule plenty of opportunity for OT
• Accommodations provided
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health
• Fidelity 401(k)
• Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)

At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. 

In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant U.S. national security statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. These statutes  may impose limitations on Kodiak's capacity to engage specific individuals in particular roles based on various national security-related criteria. Kodiak will provide sponsorship for eligible candidate's. Consequently, the eligibility for this position may hinge on Kodiak's verification of a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. In accordance with these statutes , Kodiak may find it necessary to secure a U.S. government export license before disseminating its technologies to specific individuals. Should Kodiak determine that a candidate's residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate a license, prohibit the candidate from assuming this position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak explicitly retains the right to either assess the candidate for an alternative position unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak's sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate's application.