Test Technician, Electrical Integration Lab (EIL

Test Technician, Electrical Integration Lab (EIL)

Our client, an AV manufacturing company, is looking for a Test Technician for their Foster City, CA location.

Responsibilities include:

• Support testing teams in the setup, execution, and teardown of tests on electrical HiL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) test assets
• Configure and operate test equipment, fixtures, and data acquisition systems
• Monitor tests in progress and document results, anomalies, and observations
• Assist in developing and refining test procedures and work instructions
• Coordinate with test engineers to ensure test readiness and asset availability
• Diagnose and resolve issues with electrical test assets, including faults in electrical systems, wiring, connectors, and power distribution
• Execute software flashing procedures for vehicle electronic control units (ECUs) and other programmable components
• Escalate complex issues to engineering teams with clear documentation of findings
• Fabricate and assemble electro-mechanical systems and test fixtures directly from CAD models and technical drawings

Requirements include:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, or a related technical field — or equivalent hands-on work experience
• 4 to 6 years of experience in a test, lab, or manufacturing technician role
• Proficiency reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems
• Familiarity with CAN bus, LIN, Ethernet, or other automotive communication protocols
• Experience with ECU or automotive component flashing tools (e.g., CANalyzer, INCA, CANape, or OEM-specific tools)
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to follow written procedures
• Preferred experience with Linux command-line-interface and Linux file topology
• Experience in an automotive, EV, or autonomous vehicle development environment
• Familiarity with HiL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) test environments
• Experience diagnosing CAN networks (experience with tools like Vector CANalyzer, PCAN, or Kvaser is a huge plus)
• Basic scripting or automation skills (Python, CAPL, or similar)

Why should you apply? Benefits include:

• Health benefits
• Referral program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities