Senior Vehicle Technician

Vay•Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

As a Senior Technician at Vay, you will help build and scale the company's remotely operated vehicle fleet in Las Vegas. You will assemble and integrate mechanical, electrical, communication, camera, and sensor systems into vehicles and Tele-stations, then validate and troubleshoot those systems. The work spans mechanical, electrical, and advanced vehicle systems, including EV technology, embedded electronics, and Linux-based platforms. You will coordinate vehicle builds and track production progress, while working closely with engineering and operations teams. The role also involves sharing expertise and mentoring other technicians, improving assembly processes through continuous improvement and LEAN practices, and maintaining accurate digital build and maintenance records. You will uphold workshop quality, safety, and organization standards. Occasional overtime or holiday work may be needed when operationally required.

Requirements

At least 5 years of hands-on experience in automotive, EV, aerospace, or a similar technical maintenance or systems integration environment.
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, including wiring, soldering, and electronic system diagnostics.
Experience assembling, modifying, or integrating complex vehicle systems.
Confidence working with Linux-based systems and computer-based diagnostic tools.
Experience applying LEAN manufacturing principles and improving workshop or production processes.
A proactive, hands-on approach and ability to solve unfamiliar technical challenges independently.
Strong attention to detail, a safety-first mindset, and ability to work effectively across engineering and operations teams.
A technical trade qualification, Associate Degree, or equivalent practical experience.
Flexibility to support occasional overtime or holiday work when operationally required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with prototype, experimental, or custom vehicle builds.
Familiarity with EV technology, embedded systems, cameras, sensors, or autonomous vehicle hardware.
ASE or manufacturer certifications.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, and integrate mechanical, electrical, communication, camera, and sensor systems into remotely operated vehicles and Tele-stations.
Perform system validation, diagnostics, and troubleshooting using multimeters, precision instruments, and computer-based diagnostic tools.
Identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues, including issues involving EV systems, embedded electronics, and Linux-based platforms.
Coordinate vehicle builds, track production progress, and ensure high-quality systems are delivered on schedule.
Share technical expertise, mentor fellow technicians, and help maintain a collaborative, high-performing workshop environment.
Identify opportunities to improve assembly processes, reduce inefficiencies, and introduce LEAN manufacturing practices.
Maintain accurate digital build and maintenance records and ensure high standards of workshop safety, quality, and organization.