Junior Autonomous Vehicle Testing Project Lead

JobSpace; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JobSpace in Wellington is seeking a Project Manager to oversee autonomous vehicle testing programs, coordinating field operations, testing teams, and technology partners to deliver safe, compliant results.

You will define scope, manage cross-functional teams, and report on safety metrics, with a focus on integration of AI, simulation tools, and sensor data to support real-world validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Project Management, or related field.
• 3-5 years of project management experience in automotive, mobility, transportation, or technology domains.
• Strong understanding of autonomous vehicle systems, safety protocols, and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and oversee end-to-end autonomous vehicle testing projects, from preparation to execution and reporting.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with engineering, safety, and regulatory teams.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including test drivers, safety operators, data analysts, and engineers.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety and regulatory requirements for AV testing.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and technical dependencies; proactively resolve issues to maintain timelines and quality standards.
• Track and report testing metrics, including safety performance, operational data, and outcomes.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams, external stakeholders, and technology partners.
• Support integration of AI, simulation tools, and sensor technologies into test operations.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Jira

MS Project

Asana

Job description

JobSpace in Wellington is seeking a Project Manager to oversee autonomous vehicle testing programs, coordinating field operations, testing teams, and technology partners to deliver safe, compliant results.

You will define scope, manage cross-functional teams, and report on safety metrics, with a focus on integration of AI, simulation tools, and sensor data to support real-world validation.