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Gatik This full-time, onsite role is based in Mountain View, CA, requiring five days per week in the office. Overview
Gatik is the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, delivering safe, consistent, and efficient freight movement with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution. Gatik’s proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier, supports the company’s focus on short-haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers and other markets. What you’ll do
Build, modify, and maintain prototype autonomous vehicles, test platforms or benches. Integrate mechanical and electrical components such as sensors, actuators, compute units, and power systems. Fabricate brackets, mounts, and custom parts using rapid prototyping tools (3D printers, laser cutters, welders, etc.). Build and route wire harnesses, perform soldering/crimping, and troubleshoot electrical connections. Execute test plans and collect system performance data during in-lab and on-road testing. Collaborate closely with engineers to iterate on hardware and integration approaches. Maintain the prototyping garage/shop, ensuring tools, materials, and components are organized and safe to use. Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, or system integration issues. What we're looking for
Proven hands-on experience building or customizing vehicles, motorcycles, robotic systems, drones, or RC vehicles Demonstrated ability to create custom mechanical or electrical assemblies from scratch or adapt existing systems creatively Comfort working with mechanical tools, electrical prototyping equipment, and basic fabrication tools Understanding of vehicle systems (chassis, suspension, drivetrain) and/or embedded electronics (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, sensor integration) Ability to work from engineering drawings, rough sketches, or verbal guidance to produce working assemblies Ability to create parts in CAD (SolidWorks or NX preferred) Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a "get-it-done" mindset—thrives in a prototyping-heavy, hands-on environment Bonus Points
Experience in an R&D lab, automotive/motorsports shop, or hardware prototyping environment Skills in welding, machining/CNC, or composite fabrication (fiberglass, carbon fiber, etc.) Exposure to autonomous systems, including LiDAR, radar, GPS/INS, cameras, or drive-by-wire systems Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN) and diagnostic tools Experience documenting builds and collaborating through platforms like Confluence, or Jira Salary
Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr About Gatik
Founded in 2017, Gatik focuses on autonomous middle-mile logistics with a defined, constrained route architecture. The company emphasizes safe driverless operations and scalable, repeatable processes to support its AV technology, hardware, and software integration. For more information, visit the company pages and Careers at Gatik. Notable news coverage includes several articles outlining Gatik’s growth and approach to autonomous delivery.
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Mechanical Technician
role at
Gatik This full-time, onsite role is based in Mountain View, CA, requiring five days per week in the office. Overview
Gatik is the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, delivering safe, consistent, and efficient freight movement with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution. Gatik’s proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier, supports the company’s focus on short-haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers and other markets. What you’ll do
Build, modify, and maintain prototype autonomous vehicles, test platforms or benches. Integrate mechanical and electrical components such as sensors, actuators, compute units, and power systems. Fabricate brackets, mounts, and custom parts using rapid prototyping tools (3D printers, laser cutters, welders, etc.). Build and route wire harnesses, perform soldering/crimping, and troubleshoot electrical connections. Execute test plans and collect system performance data during in-lab and on-road testing. Collaborate closely with engineers to iterate on hardware and integration approaches. Maintain the prototyping garage/shop, ensuring tools, materials, and components are organized and safe to use. Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, or system integration issues. What we're looking for
Proven hands-on experience building or customizing vehicles, motorcycles, robotic systems, drones, or RC vehicles Demonstrated ability to create custom mechanical or electrical assemblies from scratch or adapt existing systems creatively Comfort working with mechanical tools, electrical prototyping equipment, and basic fabrication tools Understanding of vehicle systems (chassis, suspension, drivetrain) and/or embedded electronics (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, sensor integration) Ability to work from engineering drawings, rough sketches, or verbal guidance to produce working assemblies Ability to create parts in CAD (SolidWorks or NX preferred) Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a "get-it-done" mindset—thrives in a prototyping-heavy, hands-on environment Bonus Points
Experience in an R&D lab, automotive/motorsports shop, or hardware prototyping environment Skills in welding, machining/CNC, or composite fabrication (fiberglass, carbon fiber, etc.) Exposure to autonomous systems, including LiDAR, radar, GPS/INS, cameras, or drive-by-wire systems Familiarity with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN) and diagnostic tools Experience documenting builds and collaborating through platforms like Confluence, or Jira Salary
Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr About Gatik
Founded in 2017, Gatik focuses on autonomous middle-mile logistics with a defined, constrained route architecture. The company emphasizes safe driverless operations and scalable, repeatable processes to support its AV technology, hardware, and software integration. For more information, visit the company pages and Careers at Gatik. Notable news coverage includes several articles outlining Gatik’s growth and approach to autonomous delivery.
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