Vehicle Hardware & Software Technician
About The Position
As part of the testing team, this technician will be responsible for executing testing and instrumentation activities related to Chassis, Active Safety, and Durability programs. The role requires someone who is highly organized, objectively-focused, and has the ability to manage their own daily routine. Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry, supporting clients in product development with design, engineering, testing, and homologation services. As a TOP Employer certified company, they have a large international team and network, offering customized solutions and career development opportunities in the automotive sector. They focus on constant innovation and expect team members to be dynamic and eager to learn and grow.
Requirements
- Automotive or electromechanical technician foundation
- Experience performing inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Ability to work across mechanical and electrical vehicle systems
- Basic Linux familiarity, including terminal navigation and ability to review logs or error outputs
- Clear documentation habits and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills
- Safe work practices and sound operational judgment
- Travel availability
Nice To Haves
- ASE or OEM technician certifications
- ADAS or sensor calibration experience
- Exposure to LiDAR, radar, cameras, or embedded computer systems
- EV, AV, depot, fleet, or R&D vehicle experience
- Familiarity with tools such as Slack, Jira, Google Suite, or similar systems
- Experience supporting vehicle retrofits, updates, or field issue resolution
Responsibilities
- Perform routine vehicle inspections, diagnostics, and maintenance
- Troubleshoot issues across mechanical, electrical, and basic software-facing systems
- Support hardware and software retrofit activity as needed
- Document issues, work performed, parts used, and vehicle readiness status clearly
- Communicate identified issues, repair status, and support needs to operations and support teams
- Help return vehicles to deployment-ready status as quickly and safely as possible
- Follow established safety procedures and use sound judgment while supporting fleet operations
Benefits
- TOP Employer certified company
- Career development opportunities
- Internal/transversal mobility within the company
- Opportunity to challenge yourself and enhance technical skills
- Work in a thriving environment
- Work alongside world-leading experts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
