Fleet Technician, Las Vegas

About the role

The Fleet Technician is a specialized technical role responsible for the diagnostic health, software integration, and hardware integrity of Nuro’s autonomous vehicle fleet. This position requires a hybrid mastery of Linux-based systems, hardware-software abstraction layers, and electromechanical engineering to ensure peak operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Systems Diagnosis & Analysis: Independently analyze and root-cause complex failures involving the interaction between autonomous software stacks and vehicle hardware.
• Tooling & Automation Development: Design, develop, and implement hardware and software scripts (Python/Bash) to automate fleet health monitoring and optimize vehicle uptime.
• Deployment & Validation: Execute and validate critical software retrofits, firmware updates, and hardware modifications, ensuring high-fidelity integration with ADAS systems.
• Process Engineering: Author and standardize Technical Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and documentation for cross-functional use by engineering and operations teams.
• Technical Program Management: Lead specialized fleet-related workstreams, serving as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) when collaborating with Software and Hardware Engineering departments.
• Incident Management: Lead technical response during critical system failures, utilizing data logs and diagnostic tools to stabilize the autonomous platform.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• OS Proficiency: Advanced command of Linux/Unix environments, including the ability to navigate file systems, analyze logs, and write/modify code to interface with hardware.
• Systems Engineering: Deep understanding of the dependencies between hardware sensors (Lidar, Radar, Cameras) and software processing units.
• Analytical Ability: Proven ability to troubleshoot non-linear problems using vehicle diagnostic equipment and software debuggers.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform precision electromechanical work, including lifting 50 lbs and working in various physical orientations to access vehicle internals.
• Bonus Points: Programming: Proficiency in Python or C++ for creating diagnostic scripts.
• High-Voltage Safety: High Voltage (HV) safety certification or EPA 609 refrigerant certification.
• Domain Expertise: Direct experience with Electric Vehicle (EV) powertrains or Autonomous Vehicle (AV) sensor calibration.
• Methodology: Familiarity with 5S, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma methodologies.

Qualifications

• Experience with Linux/Unix environments.
• Understanding of hardware-software interactions.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Physical dexterity for electromechanical tasks.
• Programming skills in Python or C++.
• Knowledge of EV powertrains or AV sensor calibration.
• Experience with 5S, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma methodologies.

Skills

• Linux/Unix proficiency.
• System diagnostics and analysis.
• Software development and automation.
• Vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Electromechanical engineering principles.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Documentation and process standardization.

Benefits

Nuro offers a competitive benefits package, including a base pay range of $58,130 to $78,170, an annual performance bonus, and equity. Nuro is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Pay

The reasonably expected base pay range for this position is between $58,130 and $78,170.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.