Senior Mechanic

2. Experience :

   15 to

   20+ Years

3. Location:

   Bangalore / Pune / Field Deployment (Pan-India)

4. Employment Type:

   Full-Time / Contractual / Consultant (3 to 12 months)

5. Number of Positions:

   510

6. Reporting To:

   Head Service & Engineering | Co-Founder Technical Operations

About A-THON

A-THON is a deep-tech mobility innovation company developing next-generation all-terrain platforms across civilian, defense, agricultural, and disaster response domains. Our systems are modular, rugged, and integrated with future-ready technologies including electric mobility, robotics, assisted autonomy, and high-performance off-road engineering.

Role Overview

We are seeking senior-level mechanics (20+ years experience) with deep expertise in vehicle overhauls, diagnostics, powertrain rebuilds, and drivetrain reengineering. This is a strategic role embedded in A-THONs core platform development lifecycle contributing to field durability, mission-readiness, and engineering intelligence.

Special Priority:

Creative and hands-on individuals

Veterans from Army Vehicle Maintenance Divisions

Key Responsibilities:

1. Overhaul & Diagnostics

• Teardown, rebuild, and calibrate complex subsystems: transmission, CVT, 4x4 hubs, differentials, hydraulic brakes.
• Perform multi-point diagnostics and fault identification across ICE and electrically assisted systems.

2. Platform Specialization

• Engage directly with

  A-THON platforms

  : ASHVA 4x4, ADVIK, ADBHUTBot, RAKSHAK.
• Rebuild integrated winch systems, modular arms, electronic shifters, e-throttle, field recovery tools.

3. Mentorship & SOP Development

• Develop structured

  workshop SOPs

  , maintenance schedules, and teardown manuals.
• Mentor and upskill young recruits and service technicians.

4. Engineering Feedback

• Provide root cause insights and collaborate with engineering on recurring failure points, terrain load mismatches, or mechanical-electrical integration issues.

5. Field Trial Support

• Deploy as

  platform lead

  for field trials, durability tests, and rugged terrain interventions including high-altitude, flood-prone, or heat-intensive zones.

Required Skills & Experience

Target Background

• Highly preferred: Army Vehicle Maintenance Corps (EME, ASC, BRO) veterans
  
• OEM dealership service heads
  
• Veteran garage owners with deep diagnostics expertise
  

Technical Expertise Required

• Full engine rebuilds (diesel and petrol)
  
• CVT tuning and belt calibration
  
• Suspension, brake, 4x4, and differential lock systems
  
• Diagnosis of electronic relays, harnesses, and fuse boxes
  

Tools & Systems Knowledge

• Torque tools, diagnostic scanners, gauges, pressure kits, and multimeters
  

Preferred Terrain Exposure

• Experience with border roads, rural interiors, mountainous regions, and waterlogged terrain
  

Education

• Polytechnic/ITI diploma preferred, though extensive field experience will be the primary qualifier

Experience

2030+ years in heavy-duty vehicle service, complete overhauls, terrain-specific system diagnostics

Target Background

Army Vehicle Maintenance Corps (EME, ASC, BRO)

Technical Skillset

- Full engine rebuilds (diesel, petrol) - CVT tuning and belt calibration - Suspension, brake, 4x4, and diff lock systems - Electronic relay, harness, fuse box diagnosis

Tools & Systems

Torque tools, diagnostic scanners, gauges, pressure kits, multimeters

Preferred Terrain Exposure

Border roads, rural interiors, mountainous and waterlogged terrain

Education

Polytechnic/ITI diploma preferred, but field experience is the primary qualifier

Experience

20-30+ years in heavy-duty vehicle service, complete overhauls, terrain-specific system diagnostics

Target Background

Army Vehicle Maintenance Corps (EME, ASC, BRO)

Technical Skillset

- Full engine rebuilds (diesel, petrol) - CVT tuning and belt calibration - Suspension, brake, 4x4, and diff lock systems - Electronic relay, harness, fuse box diagnosis

Tools & Systems

Torque tools, diagnostic scanners, gauges, pressure kits, multimeters

Preferred Terrain Exposure

Border roads, rural interiors, mountainous and waterlogged terrain

Education

Polytechnic/ITI diploma preferred, but field experience is the primary qualifier

Engagement Options

• Full-time at A-THON workshops
• 60-180 day deployment-based project roles
• Contractual senior advisory or rebuild consulting roles

Key Performance Metrics

The key performance indicators (KPIs) for this role are as follows:

• First-Time Fix Rate:

  Achieve a minimum of 90%.

• Diagnostic Accuracy:

  Maintain at least 95% accuracy in fault identification.

• Vehicle Downtime Reduction:

  Reduce downtime to 15% or more below the benchmark level.

• SOP Quality Contribution:

  Contribute to standard operating procedures, with reviews conducted quarterly by the Engineering team.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation and benefits for this role are as follows:

• Monthly Compensation:

  45,000 65,000

• Field Deployment Allowance:

  Additional 5,000 15,000 per month

• Benefits:

  Lodging, tools, workshop meals, field travel allowance, and performance bonus based on KPI achievement

Why Army/Defense Veterans Are a Strategic Fit

• Your experience in field-readiness, terrain adaptation, reliability engineering, and high-discipline teardown cycles directly aligns with A-THONs platform philosophy.
• Your exposure to BRO logistics, ASC workshop rebuilds, or EME powertrain recovery systems will help build Indias most rugged all-terrain mobility fleet.
• A-THON welcomes and respects your contribution you will be given autonomy, honour, and a seat at the core of our mission.

What You Gain

• Influence Indias future in defense, disaster, and rural mobility.
• A platform to pass on your hard-earned expertise to the next generation.
• Field adventure, platform innovation, and engineering respect.