About Pebble

Pebble is an electric vehicle startup defining a new way to live, work and explore from anywhere with a 100% electric, hassle-free RV. Built by a team of experts in both automotive and consumer technology, Pebble combines electrification with cutting-edge automotive technology for an RV experience that removes the hassles RV owners have struggled with for decades.

At Pebble, we are building out the future of lighter, more flexible living. We see a world where your home can be anywhere you want to take it. Pebble blends the best of what it means to be at home, on the road, and off-grid into something useful and magical. This is a collective effort. Our team is dedicated to making not just products, but a lifestyle that is truly sustainable. If the idea of building out the future sparks your imagination and intersects with your skills, we’d love to meet you.

Pebble is recruiting for an Electrical Engineering Technician to support R&D operations in the Bay Area. This role is integral to supporting R&D operations, test fleet, diagnostics, and troubleshooting supporting engineering objectives. This role requires flexibility, ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate is comfortable working on difficult challenges, has a team approach to maximizing uptime, and can manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities Prototype Harness Development

• Design, build, and iterate on prototype wire harnesses from early-stage schematics and engineering drawings, tolerating design ambiguity and supporting rapid iteration cycles.

• Collaborate with electrical engineers to refine harness designs, document build notes, and feed lessons learned back into the design process.

• Source, organize, and manage harness components and materials inventory to support continuous development activity.

Test Fixture & Setup Development

• Build test rigs, custom test boxes, and electrical test fixtures to support system and subsystem validation activities.

• Maintain and troubleshoot existing test setups, ensuring reliability and availability for engineering team use.

• Document test fixture configurations, wiring diagrams, and setup procedures to support repeatable test execution.

R&D Fleet Support & Maintenance

• Own uptime and operational readiness of the R&D test fleet, serving as the primary point of contact for fleet health and availability.

• Perform hands-on diagnostics and issue resolution using CAN analysis tools, oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other electrical test equipment.

• Execute scheduled and corrective maintenance on fleet vehicles, with particular attention to HV and LV electrical systems.

• Support vehicle-level testing operations, including occasional travel to off-site test locations.

Lab Management & AI-Assisted Development

• Manage lab parts inventory, ensuring proper cataloging, storage, and availability of components for ongoing development programs.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe lab environment in compliance with HV safety protocols.

• Leverage AI-assisted software tools to accelerate development workflows, support documentation, and improve lab operations efficiency.

• Stay current on emerging AI tooling relevant to hardware development and actively contribute ideas for improving team productivity.

Qualifications:

• BS/BA or equivalent trade school.

• 5+ years in the automotive industry.

• 5+ years experience in electric vehicle service.

• 5+ years experience in R&D technical operations.

• Highly skilled in electronics and experienced with a wide range of vehicles and systems.

• Proficient in automotive electrical systems troubleshooting and repair.

• Experience with CAN bus analysis tools and signal interpretation.

• Demonstrated competency with digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other electrical testing equipment.

• Hands-on experience creating custom electrical test harnesses and wiring solutions.

• Strong organizational skills with experience in lab parts management and inventory control.

• Proven track record in electrical systems testing and validation support.

• Can-do spirit and get-it-done attitude.

• Familiarity with AI tools.

Benefits: 

Healthcare, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Time Off

$45—$55 USD