About the Company

At Torc, we have always believed that autonomous vehicle technology will transform how we travel, move freight, and do business.

A leader in autonomous driving since 2007, Torc has spent over a decade commercializing our solutions with experienced partners. Now a part of the Daimler family, we are focused solely on developing software for automated trucks to transform how the world moves freight.

Join us and catapult your career with the company that helped pioneer autonomous technology, and the first AV software company with the vision to partner directly with a truck manufacturer.

The Autonomy Technician supports the integration and maintenance of Torc’s self-driving software with our test vehicles. Providing direct test support, reviewing logs and maintenance histories, referencing manufacturers manuals and specifications, inspections, diagnosing and repairing parts and problems, and supporting engineers to analyze and solve complex problems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works as a team member with engineers, technicians, and field personnel on tests or R&D projects.
• Reviewing logs and maintenance histories, referencing manufacturers manuals and specifications, and other information to analyze, diagnose and repair parts, compatibility issues, and problems.
• Inspecting and documenting component installations, maintenance, repairs and replacements.
• Provide time and parts estimates as needed, understanding safety and sense of urgency for vehicle turnaround.   Ensuring each vehicle is operable and safe in conjunction with the Operational Safety Engineer.
• Maintain Torc’s test vehicles

• Maximize availability of BCB test vehicles for software integration testing
• Ensure necessary base vehicle service is performed
• Perform calibrations, and other AD kit maintenance as needed 
• Troubleshoot, track, and resolve AD kit component reliability issues 
• Coordinate sensor replacement, RMA’s, and repairs
• Assist with vehicle readiness by fueling etc.

• Perform AD kit updates as needed

• Install new sensors and/or hardware (may require some small-scale fabrication)
• Deploy software as needed prior to test execution

• Support tracking of vehicle usage and availability metrics

• Assists managers and procurement specialists to ensure adequate parts, fluids, materials, and supplies inventory levels are maintained at site and equipment locations.
• Maintain a secure, safe, clean, and healthy work environment.

Education, Licensing, and Certifications Required

·       High School Diploma or GED

·       Formal education in automotive service and technology, electronics, or related technical/ trade school certificate, or equivalent work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with automotive or heavy machinery service and repair, including complex electrical systems
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and diagnose vehicle or machinery problems and use general shop, automotive, and diagnostic tools.
• Efficient use of a computer to create and respond appropriately to communications, and record observations and assist with data collection or troubleshooting
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations for compliance including OSHA and other shop safety practices.  A respect for safety
• Energetic and self-motivated with the ability to work in a cooperative, rapidly changing team setting with aggressive goals and challenging timelines.
• Demonstrates technical aptitude and consistent high-quality workmanship, and takes pride in work maintaining standards.
• Able to follow process with attention to detail, ensuring consistency in execution

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills to build trust and strong relationships, effectively create reports and relate data, and communicate to a diverse workforce.

·       Ability to communicate clearly about technical subjects to multiple audiences

·       Strong time management and organizational skills to plan, develop, and maintain programs and initiatives simultaneously.

·       Ability to ethically handle sensitive and confidential information with impartiality and professionalism.

• Enjoys learning new technology

Travel Requirements

·       Position requires transportation to locations outside the main complex.  Valid US Driver’s license with a safe driving record required. 

·       Requires continuous education and training with a passion for knowledge in the field of study to maintain the highest level of knowledge, ingenuity, and creative thinking.

·       Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required in areas identified through hazard assessment.

Physical Requirements

·       Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Ability to work in inclement weather/temperature extremes.

The position requires the employee to be able to enter, exit and ride in both class 8 trucks and passenger vehicles.

At Torc, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate the uniqueness of our Torc’rs and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, or disabilities.

Even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications listed for this opportunity, we encourage you to apply.