Vehicle Technician at Vay

At Vay, we are redefining urban mobility through our innovative Teledriving technology. By enabling remote driving, we have become the first company to operate vehicles on European public roads without a human inside. Our mission is to provide safe, sustainable, and affordable door-to-door transportation, starting with our service in Las Vegas and expanding globally. We are building the future of mobility, and we need talented individuals to help us turn this ambitious vision into reality.

The role

We are looking for a Senior Vehicle Technician to join our Engineering operations team in Berlin, Germany. This is a full-time, on-site position where you will play a critical role in the bring-up, maintenance, and service of our fleet of teleoperated vehicles and Teledrive Stations. You will work alongside our Lead of PSC and Product Quality to ensure our systems meet the highest safety and performance standards in a fast-paced, cutting-edge environment.

Core responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, complex diagnostics, and repairs on our fleet of teleoperated vehicles and associated hardware systems.
• Execute the assembly of mechanical and electronic components, including sensor systems and wiring harnesses, during the initial bring-up of new vehicles and stations.
• Ensure operational readiness by conducting thorough safety inspections, documenting all technical work, and preparing systems for commercial deployment.

Skills and experience

• At least 5 years of professional experience as a vehicle technician, ideally with hands-on exposure to autonomous or modern road vehicles.
• Proficiency in hardware and software systems, including deep knowledge of vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair techniques.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a preference for candidates experienced in OEM diagnostic systems, high-voltage systems, hybrid drivetrains, and communication protocols like CAN or LIN.
• Fluency in English and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment where priorities shift quickly.
• Familiarity with tools such as Jira and Fleetio is considered a strong advantage.

Compensation and benefits

We offer the opportunity to work with a world-class, international team that brings together expertise from industry leaders like Tesla, Google, and Audi. Our benefits include:

• Stock options (ESOP) to ensure you share in our collective success.
• A vibrant office environment in Berlin, complete with healthy snacks, drinks, and coffee.
• Support for your personal growth, including free German language classes.
• Regular team events designed to foster collaboration and connection.

How to apply

If you are passionate about innovative transportation and want to contribute to a project that is changing how the world moves, we would love to hear from you. Please reach out to our team to share your background and discuss how your skills can help us drive the future of mobility.