What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Integration Technician (AV/EV) position at Kett Engineering?
About the role:
We’re looking for a Mechanical Integration Technician to help build, integrate, and maintain our autonomous truck prototypes. In this highly hands-on role, you’ll work alongside hardware and software teams to bring up vehicles, support R&D testing, and develop the processes that scale us from prototype to production.
Your expertise in mechanical integration, fabrication, and mechatronic systems will be critical in building reliable, safe, and high-performance autonomous trucks. You thrive in a fast-paced workshop environment, applying engineering rigor and precision craftsmanship to complex systems.
This is an onsite role based in Mountain View, CA, requiring five days per week in the office
What you'll do:
- Build and bring up prototype self-driving trucks using best engineering practices and mechanical standards.
- Install and integrate hardware components including sensors, compute, power distribution, and vehicle control systems.
- Collaborate closely with hardware and software teams on system wiring, networking, software installation, and sensor calibration.
- Develop and document repeatable, scalable build processes to support manufacturing as the program grows.
- Perform retrofits, system upgrades, and mechanical rework on test vehicles as designs evolve.
- Fabricate brackets and simple components using shop tools or 3D printing.
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and system-level issues during build and integration phases.
- Ensure high-quality, safe, and reliable installations across all vehicle builds
What we're looking for:
- 5 years of hands-on experience with prototype or production vehicle builds - preferably in autonomous vehicles, trucking, aerospace, or robotics.
- Degree or certification in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering - or equivalent hands-on expertise.
- Strong experience working on complex mechanical and electrical integrations.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) for design review and fabrication.
- Experience with 3D printing and small-batch part fabrication.
- Solid knowledge of components such as fasteners, seals, brackets, mounts, coatings, and materials.
- Skilled with a wide range of hand and power tools: drills, brake presses, saws, grinders, rotary tools, etc.
- Familiarity with commercial vehicle systems - especially steering, suspension, and foundation air brakes.
Bonus Points:
- Experience with automotive wire harness fabrication and high-quality system integrations.
- Background working on autonomous or electric vehicle prototypes.
- Familiarity with vehicle test operations, including field support and troubleshooting.
Job Types: Contract, Temporary
Pay: $35.00 - $37.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- What is your level of proficiency in 3D CAD tools?
- How many years of hands-on experience do you have with prototype or production vehicle builds?
- What is your experience level in the following:
Fabrication
Sheet Metal
Hand Tools
Wiring and Harnessing
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Mountain View, CA 94035 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Mountain View, CA 94035: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $37
