Engineering Technician

Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems, and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company’s solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo. Learn more at applied.co.

We are an in-office company, and our expectation is that full-time employees primarily work from their Applied Intuition office 5 days a week. However, we also recognize the importance of flexibility and trust our employees to manage their schedules responsibly. This may include occasional remote work, starting the day with morning meetings from home before heading to the office, or leaving earlier when needed to accommodate family commitments. This in-office expectation does not apply to contractor positions

About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Technician to join our team. This hands-on role will play a crucial part in supporting the design, buildout, integration, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of our autonomous vehicle platforms and supporting systems. The role will include field based work in operational environments such as mine sites and quarries, including travel and periods working away from home. At Applied Intuition, we encourage engineers and technicians to take ownership over technical and product decisions, and contribute to a thoughtful, dynamic team culture.

At Applied Intuition, you will:

• Support the build, installation, integration, commissioning, and maintenance of autonomous vehicle hardware and supporting systems.

• Troubleshoot vehicle systems, electrical and computer components, communications systems, sensors, and localisation systems including GNSS, performing root cause analysis and calibration.

• Manage an inventory system for components, tools, and field supplies, maintaining organization and efficiency.

• Work collaboratively to minimize vehicle downtime while prioritizing safety, reliability, and performance.

• Support field testing and operational activities.

We're looking for someone who has:

• 2+ years of technical experience in mechanical, electrical, telecommunications, computer, automotive, robotics, or similar industries.

• Proven ability to assemble prototypes, electrical wiring, and cable assemblies according to engineering instructions.

• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and data sheets, ensuring accurate interpretation and implementation.

• Strong practical understanding of physical communications infrastructure, cabling, connectors, and interfaces, with the ability to troubleshoot basic Layer 2–4 network and communications issues.

• Experience documenting and maintaining detailed assembly and work procedures for clarity and future reference.

• Practical experience working in a workshop, field, lab, or assembly environment and a commitment to high-quality workmanship.

• Familiarity with shop equipment and automotive or industrial diagnostic tools.

• Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and thriving in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong organization and communication skills, effectively collaborating with team members and maintaining an accurate inventory system.

• Ability and willingness to work in rugged operational environments, travel to customer sites, work away from home, and occasionally work unconventional hours as operational requirements demand.

Nice to have:

• Experience working in mining, heavy industry, defence, field service, construction, or other demanding operational environments.

• Familiarity with programming and configuration management, enhancing troubleshooting and automation capabilities.

• Understanding of ROS and Linux operating systems, contributing to software integration and testing activities.

• CNC, machining, metalworking, and welding skills, allowing for advanced fabrication and repair tasks.

• Knowledge of automotive or heavy vehicle repair and maintenance, providing additional problem-solving expertise.

• Practical experience with AV components like LiDARs, radars, cameras, GNSS, and vehicle communication systems, ensuring comprehensive understanding of vehicle systems.

• Ability to design, draw, and prototype custom harness cables, contributing to innovative solutions.

• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) for navigating, designing, or modifying 3D models.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Applied Intuition is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor. Consequently, the parties agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and that these laws are incorporated herein by reference. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. These regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. The parties also agree that, as applicable, they will abide by the requirements of Executive Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A), relating to the notice of employee rights under federal labor laws.

FOR US-BASED ROLES: Applied Intuition is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive application and interview experience to applicants who are disabled veterans and other applicants with disabilities or medical conditions. Reasonable accommodations are available, requesting an accommodation will not affect your candidacy in any way, and you are not required to disclose the nature of your disability or medical condition in order to make a request. If you require an accommodation please contact [email protected]. We will work with you!