Electrical Distribution System (EDS) Technician
PittsburghOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Installs, integrates, and validates electrical distribution systems including wiring harnesses, power distribution units, fuses, relays, and connectors on autonomous truck platforms, and diagnoses electrical faults while supporting vehicle build and test cycles.
About this role
Waabi, founded by AI visionary Raquel Urtasun, is the leader in Physical AI. With a world-class team, we're unlocking the next era of autonomous transportation with technology that's powering commercial autonomous trucks and robotaxis. Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech.
With offices in Toronto, San Francisco, Dallas, and Pittsburgh, Waabi is growing quickly and looking for diverse, innovative and collaborative candidates who want to impact the world in a positive way. To learn more visit: www.waabi.ai
You will...
- Install, integrate, and validate electrical distribution systems — wiring harnesses, power distribution units, fuses, relays, and connectors — across sensor, compute, and actuation modules on autonomous truck platforms
- Work closely with mechanical and software teams to translate power and signal requirements into robust distribution architecture
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults, shorts, and wiring issues on prototype and production vehicles
- Build, test, and repair wiring harnesses to automotive-grade standards
- Support basic mechanical assembly tasks (sensor and actuator mounting, connector and bracket installation) as they relate to electrical system integration
- Support vehicle build, integration, and test cycles, ensuring electrical systems meet reliability and safety requirements for on-road use
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and harness drawings
- Maintain accurate documentation of builds, test results, and issue resolution using PLM/document control tools
- Diagnose and drive resolution of technical issues in collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams
Qualifications:
- 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 build, or related work
- Proficient reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
- Working knowledge of low-voltage vehicle electrical systems; experience with 12V/24V/high-voltage automotive systems a plus
- 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 (multimeters, continuity testers, oscilloscopes)
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced prototype/build environment with evolving requirements
Bonus Qualifications:
- Autonomous Vehicle and/or automotive industry experience is a plus
- Experience with sensor and compute integration on vehicle platforms
- Familiarity with PLM tools and document revision control
Skills
12V/24V Automotive SystemsConnectorsContinuity TestersCrimping ToolsDocument Revision ControlElectrical SchematicsFuses And RelaysHigh-voltage Automotive SystemsLow-voltage Vehicle Electrical SystemsMultimetersNEC/NFPA 70EOscilloscopesPLM ToolsPower Distribution UnitsSensor And Actuator MountingTorque ToolsWiring DiagramsWiring Harness Assembly
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