Senior Autonomous Vehicle Technician; Robotaxi Fleet Maintenance & Technical Operations

Position: Senior Autonomous Vehicle Technician (Robotaxi Fleet Maintenance & Technical Operations)
Location: Turbigo

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The Role
We are looking for experienced Senior Autonomous Vehicle Technicians to support the maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and operational readiness of autonomous vehicle fleets and robotaxi operations across Europe.
As a Senior Autonomous Vehicle Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring that electric and autonomous vehicles remain safe, reliable, and ready for daily deployment. This role supports autonomous ride‑hailing services, robotaxi fleet operations, on‑road testing programs, and new city launches where vehicle uptime, technical precision, and safety compliance are critical.
You will work closely with AV Operations Leads, Depot Specialists, Safety Operators, SDS Specialists, engineering teams, and fleet operations teams to minimize vehicle downtime and keep the fleet operational. The role combines hands‑on automotive repair, EV diagnostics, high‑voltage safety, software updates, and support for autonomous driving hardware.
This position is ideal for an experienced automotive technician who wants to move into the future of mobility and work directly with electric vehicles, autonomous driving systems, ADAS technology, robotics, and self‑driving vehicle platforms.

Key Responsibilities
Autonomous Vehicle Maintenance

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electric and autonomous vehicles used in robotaxi fleet operations
Ensure vehicles are technically ready for daily deployment, testing, commercial operations, and autonomous ride‑hailing services
Conduct detailed vehicle inspections to support fleet readiness, vehicle uptime, and operational safety
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, electronic, and software‑related vehicle issues
Support maintenance workflows for high‑availability autonomous vehicle fleets operating in shift‑based or 24/7 environments

Advanced Diagnostics & Repair

Perform advanced diagnostics on EV platforms, ADAS systems, autonomous driving hardware, and vehicle electronic systems
Use OEM diagnostic tools, service software, and technical procedures to identify root causes of vehicle faults
Troubleshoot issues related to battery systems, drive trains, braking systems, steering systems, sensors, cameras, wiring, and vehicle control modules
Replace, repair, and validate vehicle components according to safety, quality, and technical standards
Escalate complex technical issues to engineering teams with clear documentation and diagnostic findings

EV & High‑Voltage Systems

Work safely with electric vehicle systems, including high‑voltage batteries, charging systems, inverters, and electric drive trains
Follow strict high‑voltage safety procedures when performing diagnostics, repairs, and component replacements
Support charging readiness and EV fleet availability in coordination with depot operations
Identify risks related to EV systems and escalate safety concerns immediately

Autonomous Driving Hardware Support

Support installation, inspection, and replacement of autonomous vehicle hardware components
Assist with checks related to cameras, LiDAR, radar, compute units, wiring harnesses, sensor mounts, and related vehicle systems
Coordinate with SDS Specialists when issues involve the self‑driving system, sensor calibration, or autonomous driving software
Ensure autonomous driving hardware remains properly installed, clean, functional, and ready for operation

Software Updates & Technical Validation

Perform vehicle software updates, configuration changes, and validation checks according to defined procedures
Support post‑repair testing to confirm vehicle functionality before returning the vehicle to robotaxi operations
Verify that repairs and maintenance actions do not impact vehicle safety, operational readiness, or autonomous system performance
Maintain accurate service records, diagnostic reports, and repair documentation

Shift Leadership & Team Support

Act as the technical lead during assigned shifts when required
Provide guidance and escalation support to junior technicians, depot teams, and fleet operations staff
Support training of new technicians on vehicle maintenance procedures, safety standards, and operational workflows
Collaborate with Operations Leads to…