Manufacturing Technician - Harnessing

Atoms•San Francisco, CA

2d•$32 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Atoms is hiring an entry-level Manufacturing Harnessing Technician to build sensor pods and sub-assemblies for autonomous vehicles. The technician will work from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions to assemble brackets, sensors, harnesses, and enclosures; ensure fasteners are torqued to specification; and verify that pods are ready for vehicle installation. Senior technicians and leads will provide training on the build process, tools, and quality standards. The role is in a fast-moving production environment where processes and designs evolve, so precision and communication about issues are important. The role is based in Atoms’ San Francisco office. Office-based teams work onsite five days a week. The starting rate is $32.00–$45.00 per hour; actual compensation depends on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Some hands-on mechanical or electro-mechanical assembly experience, which may include vocational training, school programs, or personal projects.
Exposure to wiring, connectors, or low-voltage electrical systems, and basic multimeter use.
Ability to read wiring diagrams and schematics, including simple to complex diagrams, and build accordingly.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to follow work instructions, diagrams, and assembly documentation.
Experience using torque wrenches or drivers, or working to torque specifications.
Basic familiarity with hand tools and power tools, and willingness to learn proper torque tool use.
Strong teamwork and communication skills, with attention to detail on repetitive, precision assembly work.
Eagerness to learn and take feedback in a fast-changing production environment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in, under, and around vehicles, including kneeling, crouching, reaching into confined spaces, and working at roof level.
Ability to stand and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, inspect, and troubleshoot electrical wiring harnesses using engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions, ensuring proper connections, routing, fitment, and quality.
Assemble sensor pods, including mounting and aligning sensors, brackets, and enclosures according to drawings and work instructions.
Build and stage sub-assemblies, including brackets, mounts, harness segments, and hardware kits, ahead of final pod and vehicle installation.
Torque fasteners to specification using calibrated torque tools, and mark or verify torque, such as with torque striping.
Route and secure pod wiring with proper connector seating, strain relief, and cable management.
Check finished pods and sub-assemblies for fit, fastener security, and connector quality before handoff to installation.
Follow standard operating procedures and flag gaps, unclear steps, missing or incorrect parts, and design issues to leads and engineering.
Log build issues in the issue tracker so engineering can address part and design problems.
Document completed builds, serial numbers, and checks as required.
Support rework when design updates are rolled out to existing pods.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with multiple plans including HSA options.
Company-paid short- and long-term life and disability insurance.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Optional supplemental life insurance for the employee, spouse, and children.
Pet insurance discount through Fetch.
401(k).
Health Savings Account (HSA).
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
Paid vacation time accrued at one hour for every 26 hours worked.
Eight paid holidays per year.
Paid sick time.
Paid bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.