Build Technician

Detroit, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Kodiak Robotics Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous 2024 Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.

We are looking for a Technician to join us in building and maintaining our experimental and production vehicles.

In this role you will:

Be responsible for modifications and maintenance to autonomous vehicle platforms including truck and autonomous systems.
Building out sub-systems and harnesses on bench to be used for higher level assemblies
Inspect and certify the quality of other technicians work
Work closely with design and validation engineers to aid in the development of hardware systems.
Executing scheduled work according to internal build schedule
Create and maintain vehicle work instructions and build documentation
Completing assigned tasks while maintaining work quality and standards
Assist build lead in assigning and managing work both internally as well external partners
Provide feedback to engineering to improve buildability and reliability of the system
Provide technical coverage and build support when needed in other locations
Maintain a safe clean work environment

What youll bring:

Ability to read inspect and implement directions as outlined and depicted in Electrical Harness Diagrams and Mechanical Prints
Proficient with measuring instruments and math as it relates to light fabrication and locating with high precision
Solid hands-on background. The ability to rely on previous experience or training to inspect and identify defects and failures within the upfit of new builds. These range from visual to operational in nature.
Reliability and consistency. You have a track record of meticulous work. You are comfortable developing and practicing methodical service through the use of checklists protocols and work documentation.
Clear communication. You are comfortable providing feedback to engineers and sharing insights with the team at large to improve products and processes. You know how to collaborate and when to get secondary inspection and review for safety-critical decisions.
Innovative mindset. You like to find ways to improve the system you are working on. You can solve problems and complete tasks even when the path to the solution is not clear at the outset.
Flexibility for day Monday through Friday potential for night/weekend shifts and periodic travel parent location for short term build support
Experienced in Manufacturing and/or Lean Manufacturing

What we offer:

Competitive compensation package including equity and bonuses
Excellent Medical Dental and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente Cigna and MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
Accrued PTO generous parental leave policies and 10 paid holidays
Long Term Disability Short Term Disability Life Insurance
Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace through Cigna Calm through Kaiser One Medical Gympass Spring Health through Cigna Rula (mental health navigation)
Fidelity 401(k)
Commuter FSA Dependent Care FSA HSA
Various incentive programs (referral bonuses patent bonuses etc.)

At Kodiak we strive to build a diverse community working towards 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. Accordingly roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidates residence U.S. person status and/or citizenship status. Should the position require and Kodiak determines that a candidates residence U.S. person status and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license bar the candidate from the position or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiaks sole discretion or as an alternative opt not to proceed with the candidates application. If applicable Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.

We use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed here( By submitting your application you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application please contact with Separate Review Request in the email subject line.

Required Experience:

We are looking for a Technician to join us in building and maintaining our experimental and production vehicles.

In this role you will:

Be responsible for modifications and maintenance to autonomous vehicle platforms including truck and autonomous systems.
Building out sub-systems and harnesses on bench to be used for higher level assemblies
Inspect and certify the quality of other technicians work
Work closely with design and validation engineers to aid in the development of hardware systems.
Executing scheduled work according to internal build schedule
Create and maintain vehicle work instructions and build documentation
Completing assigned tasks while maintaining work quality and standards
Assist build lead in assigning and managing work both internally as well external partners
Provide feedback to engineering to improve buildability and reliability of the system
Provide technical coverage and build support when needed in other locations
Maintain a safe clean work environment

What youll bring:

Ability to read inspect and implement directions as outlined and depicted in Electrical Harness Diagrams and Mechanical Prints
Proficient with measuring instruments and math as it relates to light fabrication and locating with high precision
Solid hands-on background. The ability to rely on previous experience or training to inspect and identify defects and failures within the upfit of new builds. These range from visual to operational in nature.
Reliability and consistency. You have a track record of meticulous work. You are comfortable developing and practicing methodical service through the use of checklists protocols and work documentation.
Clear communication. You are comfortable providing feedback to engineers and sharing insights with the team at large to improve products and processes. You know how to collaborate and when to get secondary inspection and review for safety-critical decisions.
Innovative mindset. You like to find ways to improve the system you are working on. You can solve problems and complete tasks even when the path to the solution is not clear at the outset.
Flexibility for day Monday through Friday potential for night/weekend shifts and periodic travel parent location for short term build support
Experienced in Manufacturing and/or Lean Manufacturing

What we offer:

Competitive compensation package including equity and bonuses
Excellent Medical Dental and Vision plans through Kaiser Permanente Cigna and MetLife (including a medical plan with infertility benefits)
Accrued PTO generous parental leave policies and 10 paid holidays
Long Term Disability Short Term Disability Life Insurance
Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace through Cigna Calm through Kaiser One Medical Gympass Spring Health through Cigna Rula (mental health navigation)
Fidelity 401(k)
Commuter FSA Dependent Care FSA HSA
Various incentive programs (referral bonuses patent bonuses etc.)