Fleet Support Engineer
Overview
Support the operational uptime and reliability of an autonomous vehicle fleet as an on-site technical expert in Atlanta. The Fleet Support Engineer serves as the primary point of contact for real-time sensor-related escalations, partnering closely with Vehicle Technicians and Component and Hardware Engineering teams to diagnose complex issues, improve troubleshooting processes, and reduce vehicle downtime.
This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who combines strong sensor and vehicle systems expertise with a hands-on, analytical approach to root cause investigation. You will review fleet and sensor data, validate new hardware, develop diagnostic procedures, and implement fleet-wide countermeasures that improve vehicle performance and reliability.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 6+ years of relevant experience in transportation, aerospace, or autonomous vehicles, with a focus on perception systems and sensors
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
- Experience with low- and high-voltage circuits and Unified Diagnostic Services (UDS)
- Knowledge of safe electrical and vehicle troubleshooting practices
- Understanding of hardware and software system architecture and vehicle communications
- Ability to conduct comprehensive log reviews and perform in-depth root cause analysis
- Ability to interpret schematics, electrical diagrams, connector end views, and pinouts
- Ability to troubleshoot high-level vehicle functions and isolate issues to individual components
- Experience developing diagnostic procedures and troubleshooting documentation
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and relationship-building skills
- Self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently in an operational environment
- Ability to document technical findings clearly and accurately
- Ability to pass a background check
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Experience with electric vehicle technology
- Experience remotely supporting vehicle troubleshooting
- Knowledge of vehicle systems and diagnostic tools
- Experience with Linux and Python-based systems for fleet-level data processing
- Experience working with software that interfaces with hardware
- Familiarity with networking, TCP, and socket programming
- Experience with sensor calibration, data integrity validation, or hardware bring-up
- Experience identifying fleet-wide trends and implementing countermeasures to prevent recurring issues
Preferred Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering
- 6+ years of relevant experience in transportation, aerospace, or autonomous vehicle environments
- Professional experience supporting perception systems, sensors, vehicle diagnostics, or operational fleet reliability
Other Requirements
- Work arrangement: Onsite in Atlanta, GA
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, or Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Availability for overtime as needed, with advance notice
- Occasional travel within the United States to support operational locations
- W2 engagement only
- Six-month contract duration
- ASAP start availability preferred
