Senior Automotive Vehicle; AV Technician

Position: Senior Automotive Vehicle (AV) Technician

Job description

Hire Art is helping our client find a Senior Automotive Vehicle (AV) Technician to lead the build, integration, and assembly of advanced modified vehicle systems. This senior role blends deep technical expertise with mentorship and diagnostic leadership, supporting the deployment of cutting-edge automation technologies in real-world environments.

In this role, you’ll apply your skills across mechanical, electrical, and field operations while guiding technicians and partnering closely with engineering teams. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring systems are built to specification, issues are resolved efficiently, and testing and deployment activities run smoothly.

The ideal candidate is a highly capable technician who enjoys hands-on work, takes ownership of complex problems, and elevates the team through leadership and knowledge sharing.

As a Senior Automotive Vehicle (AV) Technician, you'll:

Lead the installation and integration of complex hardware systems, including sensors, compute modules, wiring harnesses, and electronic components.

Troubleshoot and resolve advanced mechanical, electrical, and system-integration issues across vehicle and robotic platforms.

Oversee preventative maintenance, retrofits, and system upgrades to ensure reliability and uptime.

Provide on-site technical leadership during field deployments and testing, including issue diagnosis and corrective action.

Partner with engineering, operations, and quality teams to deliver field feedback and improve hardware designs and test processes.

Maintain and review technical documentation, manage tools and inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Mentor, train, and support junior technicians by sharing best practices and technical expertise.

Requirements

5+ years of hands-on experience in automotive service, robotics integration, or related mechatronics fields

Strong proficiency with mechanical and electrical systems, diagnostic equipment, and technical schematics

Experience working with AC/DC systems, sensors, connectors, wiring, and control modules

Advanced troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve complex, system-level issues

Proven experience leading, mentoring, or training technicians in fast-paced environments

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally for field support

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in warehouse or outdoor field environments

Preferred Experience:

Background working with electric vehicles, autonomous systems, or advanced sensor and compute installations

Experience with soldering, crimping, and prototyping

Familiarity with automotive test operations, data collection, or calibration workflows

Benefits:

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Employer (Hire Art) subsidized Healthcare Benefits

Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs

Hire Art covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance

401k package

Commitment: This is an ongoing contract position staffed via Hire Art. It will be onsite and available to candidates local to the Austin, TX area.

Hire Art values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas.