Job Details

Overview

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. is a leader in autonomous ground transportation, focused on a safer and more efficient future. We develop an AI-powered technology stack for commercial trucking and the public sector and operate autonomous trucks in the southern United States. We are seeking a hands-on Electrical/Prototype Technician to help build and test critical hardware products for Kodiak autonomous trucks. The ideal candidate is local to the Bay Area and excited to collaborate with a diverse and dedicated team.

Responsibilities

• Be a core member of the Electrical Engineering team responsible for building high-quality harness assemblies.
• Perform incoming quality inspection for contract manufacturing harness builds.
• Organize and manage prototype test setups/fixtures.
• Perform testing on electrical components and assemblies.
• Perform soldering, mechanical assemblies, and subsystem builds.
• Manage BOMs and organize lab inventories.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment throughout builds and engineering tests.

What you'll bring

• 5+ years of experience in an R&D or development lab environment in close collaboration with engineering staff.
• Experience with prototype builds, testing, and operating test equipment.
• Experience reading and building harnesses from harness drawings.
• Comfortable using soldering iron, multimeter, and crimping tools. Experience with oscilloscopes is a plus.
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively in a team or project setting.
• Self-motivated with ability to work with little supervision and take initiative.
• Ability to make timely decisions, balancing systematic analysis with decisiveness.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente, Anthem, and Guardian (including a medical plan with infertility benefits).
• Location: Mountain View, CA.
• Office perks: dog-friendly, free catered lunch, fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging.
• Fidelity 401(k).
• Commuter benefits, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA.

Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. The compensation details above are base salary only and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

$40 - $60 USD

Actual salary ranges will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location. Please note that the compensation details listed above are base salary only and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working toward our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Roles carrying more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates who can satisfy additional scrutiny. Verification of residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status may be required. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.

Application

Apply for this job to join Kodiak's team and contribute to autonomous truck technology. This posting includes fields and instructions typically found on our external application process.