Waabi · 6 months ago
Fleet Readiness Lead
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expWaabi is an AI company building the next generation of self-driving technology, founded by AI pioneer Raquel Urtasun. The Fleet Readiness Lead will lead a team focused on maintaining and improving the reliability of the autonomous truck fleet while fostering a culture of safety and continuous learning.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of Fleet Maintenance Technicians and Vehicle Reliability Engineers
Develop training programs to upskill technicians and engineers on best practices in troubleshooting, diagnostics, and maintenance
Foster a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous learning within the team
Oversee regular inspections, maintenance, and repair activities for the autonomous truck fleet
Ensure diagnostic processes are effective and that root cause analyses are conducted to resolve recurring vehicle issues
Collaborate with engineering teams to implement temporary fixes and long-term design improvements
Support in-depth issue investigations related to software, and hardware for both the base vehicle and autonomy system
Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex fleet-wide issues and drive resolution strategies
Standardize technical reporting and documentation for vehicle issues, repairs, and performance tracking
Establish and refine preventative maintenance programs to maximize vehicle uptime and safety
Work closely with engineering, operations, and safety teams to enhance fleet reliability
Communicate key performance metrics, challenges, and fleet status updates to leadership
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in fleet operations, vehicle maintenance, reliability engineering, or related fields (autonomous vehicles, heavy-duty trucking, robotics, aerospace)
Strong leadership experience, including managing cross-functional technical teams
Proficiency in troubleshooting vehicle systems, including electrical, mechanical, and software-related components
Familiarity with Linux-based diagnostics, CAN systems, and vehicle telemetry data analysis
Solid understanding of computer networking fundamentals
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into strategic actions
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and adapt to new challenges
Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Technology, or a related field preferred
Experience working with autonomous vehicle systems, sensors, cameras, and onboard computing is highly desirable
Technical certifications (ASE, OEM training programs, or equivalent) are a plus
Benefits
Competitive compensation and equity awards
Health and Wellness benefits encompassing Medical, Dental and Vision coverage (for full-time employees only)
Unlimited Vacation
Flexible hours and Work from Home support
Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals (when in office)
Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events both on-site, off-site & virtually
Company
Waabi
Waabi is pioneering Physical AI starting with autonomous trucking.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$283.04MKey Investors
Volvo Group Venture CapitalKhosla Ventures
2024-06-18Series B· $200.48M
2023-01-18Series Unknown
2021-06-08Series A· $82.55M
Leadership Team
Raquel Urtasun
Founder & CEO
Lior Ron
COO
Recent News
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