Hardware Technician - Electrical Engineering

Expected compensation: 32.00 - 37.00 USD Per Hour

HireArt is helping our client find Hardware Technicians - Electrical Engineering to support the build, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems across autonomous truck platforms.

In this role, you'll work hands-on with electrical distribution systems, wiring harnesses, sensors, compute systems, and actuation modules while supporting vehicle build and test cycles. You'll collaborate closely with mechanical, software, and electrical engineering teams to ensure systems are integrated safely and reliably for on-road operation.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with automotive or industrial electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and electrical troubleshooting. You’re comfortable reading schematics, working with electrical test equipment, and solving technical issues in a fast-paced prototype environment.

As a Hardware Technician - Electrical Engineering, You'll

• Install, integrate, and validate electrical distribution systems, including wiring harnesses, power distribution units, fuses, relays, and connectors, across sensor, compute, and actuation modules.
• Build, test, repair, and troubleshoot automotive-grade wiring harnesses and electrical systems, identifying faults, shorts, and wiring issues.
• Work with mechanical and software teams to translate power and signal requirements into robust electrical distribution solutions.
• Support vehicle build, integration, and test cycles, including basic mechanical assembly related to sensor, actuator, connector, and bracket installation.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness drawings to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate documentation of builds, test results, and issue resolution using PLM and document control tools.

Requirements

• An associate degree or technical certification in electrical/electronics technology, automotive technology, or equivalent hands-on experience
• 2+ years of experience with automotive or industrial electrical distribution systems, wiring harness builds, or related work
• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Working knowledge of low-voltage vehicle electrical systems
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, or equivalent electrical safety standards
• Hands-on experience with hand tools, power tools, torque tools, crimping tools, and test equipment, including multimeters, continuity testers, and oscilloscopes
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced prototype and build environment with evolving requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 12V, 24V, or high-voltage automotive electrical systems

Benefits

• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employer (HireArt) subsidized Healthcare Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account for healthcare-related costs
• HireArt covers all costs for short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• 401k package

Commitment: This is a full-time, ongoing contract position staffed via HireArt. It is onsite and available to candidates local to the Pittsburgh, PA area. HireArt values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor visas or employ corp-to-corp.