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DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash. We are working on building autonomous delivery robots from the ground up and other automation solutions as part of DoorDash's core delivery platform. If you have a passion for applying AI and robotics solutions in a service used by millions of people, then we want to talk to you!
Please Note: This role is based in San Francisco, CA, and requires being in-person 5 days a week.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Composite & Prototype Technician to join the Prototype Integration (PI) Team. In this role, you will be the primary authority on advanced materials, responsible for fabricating the lightweight, high-strength structural components that enable our robotic platforms. This is a physically demanding, craftsmanship-focused role that requires a high degree of precision in layup techniques and tooling preparation. When fabrication needs are met, you will pivot to support the broader team as a Prototype Technician, assisting with the physical assembly and maintenance of complex electromechanical systems.
You’re Excited About This Opportunity Because You Will…
- Perform tooling prep operations in preparation for lamination.
- Prepare and organize composite materials in preparation for lamination.
- Apply composite materials onto molds or tooling surfaces using techniques like hand layup or automated processes.
- Ensure proper ply orientation, ply thickness, and material consolidation is achieved.
- Utilize advanced vacuum bagging techniques for composite layup operations, including Pre-Preg, Infusion, and Wet/Vacuum Bag Lamination.
- Mix and use Epoxy resins, fairing compounds, and industry-standard paints for structural and finishing needs.
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to ensure build accuracy.
- Operate and control a variety of power tools, including sanders, drills, impact drivers, and routers, safely and effectively for extended periods.
- Maintain and manage specialized shop infrastructure, including the cleanroom, curing ovens, and hazardous material storage.
- Support the physical assembly, wiring, and mechanical troubleshooting of robotic vehicles and test fixtures during peak build cycles.
- Use computers for basic documentation, record-keeping, and tracking of material shelf life.
- Work comfortably alone on complex components or in a team environment during full vehicle builds.
- Verbally communicate, read, and comprehend complex written and verbal instructions.
We’re Excited About You Because You Have…
- Minimum 2+ years of relevant working experience in composite manufacturing, aerospace, or high-performance fabrication.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency in the use of hand and power tools and a high degree of manual dexterity for precision assembly.
- Mastery of vacuum bagging and lamination techniques with Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, and Kevlar.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
- Capacity to work in physically demanding environments, including bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
- Tolerance for exposure to dust, fumes, adhesives, and fiberglass (with proper PPE provided).
- Ability to wear and work safely with required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including respirators, gloves, and eye/ear protection.
- Visual acuity to measure accurately and perform detailed craftsmanship on structural parts.
- Willingness to travel within the US and abroad occasionally if required.
Preferred Experience Includes…
- Experience with advanced tooling creation from machined aluminum or 3D-printed masters.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Solidworks, Onshape) for model navigation and design verification.
- Background in making composites for fun projects.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license.
Compensation
Actual compensation within the pay range listed below will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location. Base salary is localized according to employee work location. DoorDash cares about you and your overall well-being. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees, which includes a 401(k) plan with employer matching, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits match, paid time off and paid sick leave in compliance with applicable laws (e.g. Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act). DoorDash also offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, disability and basic life insurance, family-forming assistance, and a mental health program, among others.
To learn more about our benefits, visit our careers page here.
See Below For Paid Time Off Details
For salaried roles: flexible paid time off/vacation, plus 80 hours of paid sick time per year.
For hourly roles: vacation accrued at about 1 hour for every 25.97 hours worked (e.g. about 6.7 hours/month if working 40 hours/week; about 3.4 hours/month if working 20 hours/week), and paid sick time accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked (e.g. about 5.8 hours/month if working 40 hours/week; about 2.9 hours/month if working 20 hours/week).
The national base pay range for this position within the United States, including Illinois and Colorado: $44.90—$66 USD.
About DoorDash
At DoorDash, our mission to empower local economies shapes how our team members move quickly, learn, and reiterate in order to make impactful decisions that display empathy for our range of users—from Dashers to merchant partners to consumers. We are a technology and logistics company that started by enabling door-to-door delivery, and we are looking for team members who can help us go from a company that is known as the place you order food to a company that people turn to for any and all goods. DoorDash is growing rapidly and changing constantly, which gives our team members the opportunity to share their unique perspectives, solve new challenges, and own their careers. We're committed to supporting employees’ happiness, healthiness, and overall well-being by providing comprehensive benefits and perks including premium healthcare, wellness expense reimbursement, paid parental leave and more.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.
Statement of Non-Discrimination: In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination and harassment based on “protected categories,” we also strive to prevent other subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (i.e., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our office. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at DoorDash. We value a diverse workforce – people who identify as women, non-binary or gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, American Indian or Native Alaskan, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, differently-abled, caretakers and parents, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Thank you to the Level Playing Field Institute for this statement of non-discrimination.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
If you need any accommodations, please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection.
About The Team
DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash. We are working on building autonomous delivery robots from the ground up and other automation solutions as part of DoorDash's core delivery platform. If you have a passion for applying AI and robotics solutions in a service used by millions of people, then we want to talk to you!
Please Note: This role is based in San Francisco, CA, and requires being in-person 5 days a week.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Composite & Prototype Technician to join the Prototype Integration (PI) Team. In this role, you will be the primary authority on advanced materials, responsible for fabricating the lightweight, high-strength structural components that enable our robotic platforms. This is a physically demanding, craftsmanship-focused role that requires a high degree of precision in layup techniques and tooling preparation. When fabrication needs are met, you will pivot to support the broader team as a Prototype Technician, assisting with the physical assembly and maintenance of complex electromechanical systems.
You’re Excited About This Opportunity Because You Will…
- Perform tooling prep operations in preparation for lamination.
- Prepare and organize composite materials in preparation for lamination.
- Apply composite materials onto molds or tooling surfaces using techniques like hand layup or automated processes.
- Ensure proper ply orientation, ply thickness, and material consolidation is achieved.
- Utilize advanced vacuum bagging techniques for composite layup operations, including Pre-Preg, Infusion, and Wet/Vacuum Bag Lamination.
- Mix and use Epoxy resins, fairing compounds, and industry-standard paints for structural and finishing needs.
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to ensure build accuracy.
- Operate and control a variety of power tools, including sanders, drills, impact drivers, and routers, safely and effectively for extended periods.
- Maintain and manage specialized shop infrastructure, including the cleanroom, curing ovens, and hazardous material storage.
- Support the physical assembly, wiring, and mechanical troubleshooting of robotic vehicles and test fixtures during peak build cycles.
- Use computers for basic documentation, record-keeping, and tracking of material shelf life.
- Work comfortably alone on complex components or in a team environment during full vehicle builds.
- Verbally communicate, read, and comprehend complex written and verbal instructions.
We’re Excited About You Because You Have…
- Minimum 2+ years of relevant working experience in composite manufacturing, aerospace, or high-performance fabrication.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency in the use of hand and power tools and a high degree of manual dexterity for precision assembly.
- Mastery of vacuum bagging and lamination techniques with Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, and Kevlar.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
- Capacity to work in physically demanding environments, including bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
- Tolerance for exposure to dust, fumes, adhesives, and fiberglass (with proper PPE provided).
- Ability to wear and work safely with required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including respirators, gloves, and eye/ear protection.
- Visual acuity to measure accurately and perform detailed craftsmanship on structural parts.
- Willingness to travel within the US and abroad occasionally if required.
Preferred Experience Includes…
- Experience with advanced tooling creation from machined aluminum or 3D-printed masters.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Solidworks, Onshape) for model navigation and design verification.
- Background in making composites for fun projects.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license.
Compensation
Actual compensation within the pay range listed below will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location. Base salary is localized according to employee work location. DoorDash cares about you and your overall well-being. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees, which includes a 401(k) plan with employer matching, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits match, paid time off and paid sick leave in compliance with applicable laws (e.g. Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act). DoorDash also offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, disability and basic life insurance, family-forming assistance, and a mental health program, among others.
To learn more about our benefits, visit our careers page here.
See Below For Paid Time Off Details
For salaried roles: flexible paid time off/vacation, plus 80 hours of paid sick time per year.
For hourly roles: vacation accrued at about 1 hour for every 25.97 hours worked (e.g. about 6.7 hours/month if working 40 hours/week; about 3.4 hours/month if working 20 hours/week), and paid sick time accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked (e.g. about 5.8 hours/month if working 40 hours/week; about 2.9 hours/month if working 20 hours/week).
The national base pay range for this position within the United States, including Illinois and Colorado: $44.90—$66 USD.
About DoorDash
At DoorDash, our mission to empower local economies shapes how our team members move quickly, learn, and reiterate in order to make impactful decisions that display empathy for our range of users—from Dashers to merchant partners to consumers. We are a technology and logistics company that started by enabling door-to-door delivery, and we are looking for team members who can help us go from a company that is known as the place you order food to a company that people turn to for any and all goods. DoorDash is growing rapidly and changing constantly, which gives our team members the opportunity to share their unique perspectives, solve new challenges, and own their careers. We're committed to supporting employees’ happiness, healthiness, and overall well-being by providing comprehensive benefits and perks including premium healthcare, wellness expense reimbursement, paid parental leave and more.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.
Statement of Non-Discrimination: In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination and harassment based on “protected categories,” we also strive to prevent other subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (i.e., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our office. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at DoorDash. We value a diverse workforce – people who identify as women, non-binary or gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, American Indian or Native Alaskan, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, differently-abled, caretakers and parents, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Thank you to the Level Playing Field Institute for this statement of non-discrimination.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
If you need any accommodations, please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection.
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Tailor your resume to DoorDash's technical stack
DoorDash Engineering Technician roles frequently involve hardware diagnostics, embedded systems, and field operations support. Highlight hands-on experience with those areas explicitly. Generic resumes that list certifications without operational context rarely clear the first screening round.
Verify your visa category before applying
DoorDash sponsors multiple nonimmigrant categories including H-1B, E-3, TN, and F-1 OPT. Knowing which category fits your nationality and status before your first interview prevents awkward mid-process surprises and signals to recruiters that you understand your own immigration situation.
Front-load sponsorship conversations with the recruiter
At large technology employers like DoorDash, recruiters have dedicated immigration support teams behind them. Confirming sponsorship eligibility for Engineering Technician roles in the first recruiter screen saves weeks of back-and-forth and avoids reaching the offer stage unnecessarily.
Align your start date with USCIS processing windows
H-1B cap-subject petitions can only start on October 1. If you're on F-1 OPT, confirm your OPT expiration date against DoorDash's typical offer-to-start timeline. A 60-day gap between OPT expiry and an H-1B start date requires careful planning with your employer's immigration counsel.
Use Migrate Mate to target open Engineering Technician roles
Filtering by role and sponsorship history simultaneously is where most job seekers lose time. Migrate Mate lets you search DoorDash's Engineering Technician openings specifically alongside their visa sponsorship track record, so you're applying with full context rather than guessing at eligibility.
Prepare for PERM documentation if pursuing a Green Card
DoorDash sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards, but the DOL's PERM labor certification process requires documented proof of your qualifications matching the role definition precisely. Collect academic transcripts, foreign credential evaluations, and employment verification letters before your employer initiates the PERM filing.
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Find Engineering Technician at DoorDash JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does DoorDash sponsor H-1B visas for Engineering Technicians?
Yes, DoorDash sponsors H-1B visas for Engineering Technician roles. The company works with immigration counsel to support cap-subject petitions filed in the annual H-1B lottery window each March, as well as cap-exempt transfers for candidates already holding H-1B status with a qualifying employer. Confirming your specific situation with the recruiter early in the process is the most reliable way to understand your timeline.
How do I apply for Engineering Technician jobs at DoorDash?
You can browse current Engineering Technician openings on DoorDash's careers site or use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for roles where DoorDash has a documented visa sponsorship history. When applying, tailor your resume to emphasize hardware, field operations, or systems diagnostics experience relevant to DoorDash's logistics and delivery infrastructure.
Which visa types does DoorDash commonly use for Engineering Technician roles?
DoorDash sponsors a broad range of visa categories for technical roles, including H-1B, H-1B1 for Chilean and Singaporean nationals, E-3 for Australian citizens, TN for Canadian and Mexican professionals, F-1 OPT and CPT for current students, J-1 for exchange visitors, and EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa categories for permanent residence pathways.
What qualifications does DoorDash expect for Engineering Technician positions?
DoorDash Engineering Technician roles typically require hands-on experience with hardware systems, diagnostic tools, or field installation and maintenance. A background in electrical engineering, computer hardware, or mechatronics is common. For visa purposes, your degree field must align with the role's specialty occupation classification, so ensure your credentials are evaluated if you completed your degree outside the United States.
How do I manage the timing between my current visa status and a DoorDash offer?
Timing depends on your current status. F-1 OPT holders need to confirm their expiration date against DoorDash's H-1B filing window, since cap-subject petitions have an April 1 filing deadline and an October 1 start date. Candidates already on H-1B can transfer status, often with portability rights after 180 days in an approved EB-2 or EB-3 petition. Discuss your specific timeline with DoorDash's immigration team before signing an offer.
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