Mechanical Integration Technician

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 Fort Worth, TX requiring five days per week in the office • 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

• 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