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We are seeking a skilled Engineering Technician to join our team in developing and maintaining prototype autonomous vehicles. This role involves hands-on work with both mechanical and electrical components, contributing to the innovation and integration of cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology.

Responsibilities

• Test, modify, and maintain prototype autonomous vehicles and test platforms.
• Integrate mechanical and electrical components including sensors, actuators, compute units, and power systems.
• Fabricate brackets, mounts, and custom parts using rapid prototyping tools such as 3D printers, laser cutters, and welders.
• Build and route wire harnesses, perform soldering/crimping, and troubleshoot electrical connections.
• Execute test plans and collect system performance data during in-lab and on-road testing.
• Collaborate closely with engineers to iterate on hardware and integration approaches.
• Maintain the prototyping garage/shop, ensuring tools, materials, and components are organized and safe to use.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, or system integration issues.

• Experience with autonomous vehicle R&D and prototyping.
• Proficiency in mechanical and electrical assembly.
• Familiarity with vehicle systems, such as chassis, suspension, and drivetrain.
• Experience with embedded electronics, including Arduino and Raspberry Pi.
• Ability to create parts in CAD, preferably using SolidWorks or NX.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a proactive, hands-on approach.

• Proven hands-on experience building or customizing vehicles, motorcycles, robotic systems, drones, or RC vehicles.
• Demonstrated ability to create custom mechanical or electrical assemblies from scratch or adapt existing systems creatively.
• Comfort working with mechanical tools, electrical prototyping equipment, and basic fabrication tools.

This position is based on-site at our facility, where you will be working in a prototyping-heavy, hands-on environment. You will have access to a range of rapid prototyping tools and a well-organized shop to support your work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $83.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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