Waabi
Electrical Distribution System (EDS) Technician
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site · Mid
- Discipline
- Electrical
- Industry
- Automotive
Spec sheet
Automatically summarized from the employer’s posting. Check the original description below for full requirements.
Hardware
Electrical Distribution System (EDS) Technician at Waabi in Pittsburgh, PA. Install, diagnose, and validate electrical distribution across autonomous vehicle platforms; collaborate with mechanical/software teams and maintain documentation.
2+ years · Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical/Electronics Technology, Automotive Technology, or equivalent hands-on experience
Required
- electrical distribution systems
- wiring harness build
- diagnose electrical faults
- read electrical schematics
- PLM/document control tools
- hand tools, power tools, crimping tools, test equipment (multimeters, oscillo...
- experience with 12V/24V/high-voltage automotive systems is a plus
Preferred
- Autonomous Vehicle/ automotive industry experience
- sensor and compute integration on vehicle platforms
- PLM tools and document revision control
Employer description
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
Stateside Spec lists roles for engineering teams in the United States. Work-authorization notes come from the employer. We do not guarantee visa policy. Apply off-site. Report an issue with this listing View employer source