Mechanical Integration Technician

Who we are

Gatik, the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is revolutionizing the B2B supply chain with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution and prioritizing safe, consistent deliveries while streamlining freight movement by reducing congestion. The company focuses on short-haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers and in 2021 launched the world’s first fully driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart. Gatik's Class 3-7 autonomous trucks are commercially deployed across major markets, including Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada, driving innovation in freight transportation.

The company's proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is custom-built to transport freight safely and efficiently between pick-up and drop-off locations on the middle mile. With robust capabilities in both highway and urban environments, Gatik Carrier™ serves as an all-encompassing solution that integrates advanced software and hardware powering the fleet, facilitating effortless integration into customers' logistics operations.

About the role

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Engineering Technician with a strong background in mechanical/electrical prototyping, custom fabrication, and creative assembly building. The ideal candidate is a “maker” at heart—someone who builds, customizes, and experiments with machines, whether that’s cars, motorcycles, drones, RC vehicles, or robotics.

In this role, you’ll work closely with our engineering team to bring cutting-edge autonomous vehicle systems to life through rapid prototyping, integration, testing, and iterative design. The right candidate has leveraged their creativity to develop custom assemblies or functional systems, either in a personal setting or professionally, and thrives in a fast-paced R&D environment.

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Santa Clara, CA, requiring five days per week in the office

What you'll do

• Build, modify, and maintain prototype autonomous vehicles, test platforms or benches.
• Integrate mechanical and electrical components such as sensors, actuators, compute units, and power systems.
• Fabricate brackets, mounts, and custom parts using rapid prototyping tools (3D printers, laser cutters, welders, etc.).
• 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
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, or system integration issues

What we're looking for

• 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.
• Understanding of vehicle systems (chassis, suspension, drivetrain) and/or embedded electronics (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, sensor integration)
• Ability to work from engineering drawings, rough sketches, or verbal guidance to produce working assemblies
• Ability to create parts in CAD (SolidWorks or NX preferred)
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a "get-it-done" mindset—thrives in a prototyping-heavy, hands-on environment

Bonus Points

• Experience in an R&D lab, automotive/motorsports shop, or hardware prototyping environment
• Skills in welding, machining/CNC, or composite fabrication (fiberglass, carbon fiber, etc.)
• Exposure to autonomous systems, including LiDAR, radar, GPS/INS, cameras, or drive-by-wire systems
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN) and diagnostic tools
• Experience documenting builds and collaborating through platforms like Confluence, or Jira

Salary Range- $80,000- $120,000

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