Mechanical Build & Integration Technician

About the role

Waabi, a Physical AI company building autonomous trucks and robotaxis, is hiring a Mechanical Build & Integration Technician in Pittsburgh. The role is hands-on and involves assembling, integrating and supporting the build of sensor, compute and actuation hardware onto autonomous truck platforms. It works closely with mechanical and electrical engineering teams to build vehicles, improve integration processes, identify quality issues and ensure hardware is installed safely, correctly and repeatably.

Key responsibilities

• Assemble and integrate mechanical systems, subassemblies and hardware components onto vehicle platforms according to work instructions, drawings, checklists and SOPs.
• Perform mechanical assembly, sensor and actuator installation, bracket and mount fabrication support, fluid routing and other build tasks.
• Support wiring, harness routing and connector installation where mechanical and electrical integration meet.
• Follow quality checks and test procedures to verify assemblies are complete, accurate and functioning.
• Clarify instructions, resolve build issues and support program priorities with engineering teams.
• Identify documentation gaps, recurring build issues and part problems, and suggest improvements to integration quality and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area and handle tools, equipment and parts carefully.
• Support troubleshooting, rework and checkout during builds and integration cycles.
• Document work completed, issues found, test results and deviations using PLM/document control tools.

Required profile

• Hands-on experience in mechanical assembly, vehicle integration, robotics, automation, equipment assembly, field service or a related technical environment.
• Ability to follow work instructions, assembly procedures, mechanical drawings and wiring diagrams with strong attention to detail.
• Experience with common hand tools, power tools, torque tools, crimping tools, meters and basic shop or production equipment.
• Comfortable with mechanical assembly, cable/harness routing, basic electrical troubleshooting and system-level checks.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate with technicians, engineering and quality teams.
• Reliable, organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment while keeping safety, quality and consistency high.
• Able to safely lift, carry and move parts, tools and equipment up to 50 lbs.

Bonus qualifications

• Autonomous vehicle and/or automotive industry experience.
• Experience with sensor and compute hardware integration on vehicle platforms.
• Familiarity with PLM tools and document revision control.
• Basic fabrication skills such as drilling, tapping and bracket modification.