Manufacturing Hardware Technician

Aurora•Pittsburgh, PA

8d•$30 - $42•Hybrid

About The Position

Aurora is seeking a Manufacturing Hardware Technician to build Aurora hardware according to engineering specifications as part of the Manufacturing team. The work includes end-to-end vehicle integration and up-fitting cars or trucks, as well as assembling subassemblies such as wiring harnesses, computer modules, and other mechanical assemblies. Technicians may build across Aurora platforms, work with ESD-sensitive electronics and exposed circuit-board assemblies, and perform repairs, rework, and board-level diagnostic isolation. The technician reads engineered drawings and bills of materials, acquires materials, maintains tooling, and follows Aurora’s defined practices and training. The role also involves diagnosing vehicle and process problems, documenting repair findings and actions in ticketing systems, and escalating issues to engineering or management when appropriate. Work areas must be kept clean, organized, and safe. Aurora expects employees to work in person at least three days per week; some roles may require up to five days per week based on operational needs.

Requirements

Problem-solving ability.
Experience in production environments and/or equipment repair.
Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management standards.
Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, functional descriptions, and wiring schematics.
Ability to certify and maintain IPC training in J-STD-001, A-610, A-620, 7711/7722, and GD&T.
Ability to acquire, maintain, and comply with refrigerant recovery requirements under S609 Clean Air Act.
Ability to continue education through company resources to understand, prepare for, and train in future technologies.
Ability to handle, feel, and control objects and to grasp, move, and assemble small items.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, carry materials, bend at the waist, reach, and kneel for extended periods.
Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, and stairs 20 to 25 feet high.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance; typical lifts are 20 pounds or less.
Ability to push or pull wheeled equipment to build locations.
Ability to work around moving parts and tools such as impact tools, drills, and cutting equipment, while wearing PPE daily.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience in automotive, trucking, development, or production spaces.
Deep knowledge of automotive and trucking systems, tooling, and mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities

Build Aurora hardware and subassemblies in accordance with engineering specifications.
Perform complete vehicle integration and up-fit cars or trucks across platforms.
Build wiring harnesses, including main, roof, cabin, sub, sensor pod, and chassis harnesses.
Assemble sensitive electronics, modules, computers, and other mechanical assemblies; handle ESD-sensitive circuit-board assemblies appropriately.
Repair, rework, and diagnose board-level components when needed.
Deliver high-quality workmanship, including clean harness routing, proper terminations, correct torque, and builds that pass inspection the first time.
Read and interpret engineered drawings and bills of materials, and provide redline feedback to engineering when required and applicable.
Acquire and receive materials for assemblies using engineered drawings.
Own, maintain, and care for tooling needed for builds, and follow Aurora best practices and training.
Diagnose vehicle and process problems using a logical process: verify the problem, analyze information, isolate the cause, repair the issue, and confirm the solution.
Document findings, repairs, solutions, and actions in ticketing systems, and alert engineering or management as task needs and priorities require.
Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe by returning tools, labeling and staging parts, clearing debris, and preparing vehicles and benches for the next shift.
Follow company safety policies and wear required personal protective equipment daily.
Maintain required IPC and refrigerant recovery certifications and continue education through company resources.