Hardware Prototype Engineering Technician
Core
Assemble, repair, and troubleshoot complex electromechanical systems, including test platforms and robotic vehicles for DoorDash's autonomous delivery robots.
Role type
Hardware Prototype Engineering Technician
Builds
Test platforms, fixtures, and prototypes for autonomous delivery robots
Domain
Robotics and electromechanical systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Assemble and repair electromechanical systems, build wiring harnesses, interpret schematics and datasheets, soldering (THT/SMD), crimping, cable management, use diagnostic instruments and 3D printers, manage inventory systems, perform root cause analysis and calibration, document assembly procedures
Preferred skills
Manual machining, welding, composites, automotive repair, CAD software (Solidworks, Onshape), Python programming, Linux for robotic testing, AV hardware (LiDAR, radar, cameras)
Technologies
3D printers, diagnostic instruments, Linux, Python, Solidworks, Onshape, LiDAR, radar, cameras
Responsibilities
Assemble, repair, and troubleshoot complex electromechanical systems; Own the end-to-end build and delivery of test fixtures and prototypes; Develop and create wiring harnesses, assemble compute systems, and integrate electronics and sensors; Perform root cause analysis, calibration, and diagnostics on vehicle and computer systems; Maintain a structured inventory and lab environment; Manage procurement of key components and maintain relationships with suppliers; Document detailed assembly procedures; Regularly work at customer or field sites to support integration and testing
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
