Autonomous Vehicle Operator

IMCS Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

IMCS Group in Sunnyvale, CA seeks a Validation Specialist to support a data collection project for six months. You will operate an EV along fixed routes, perform field data collection, and monitor hardware while logging results under the guidance of the on-shift Validation Lead.

Required are a clean driving record, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and flexibility for day, night, or swing shifts with travel to San Francisco as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid drivers license with a clean record and 3+ years driving experience.
• Ability to follow complex instructions and stay focused during repetitive tasks.
• Comfort interacting with hardware/software and performing basic troubleshooting.
• High proficiency in Google Workspace and documenting logs.
• Strong written communication for technical logging and reporting hardware issues.

Responsibilities

• Data Acquisition: Safely operate an EV for up to 8 hours per day on predetermined routes.
• Inspection Compliance: Complete pre- and post-trip checks of onboard hardware (cameras, LiDAR, sensors) and log results.
• First-Line Technical Maintenance: Perform basic maintenance and support advanced troubleshooting with the Validation Lead.
• Operational Compliance: Ensure data is logged and uploaded per shift protocols.
• Issue Reporting: Document and escalate any system anomalies or hardware issues to the shift lead.

Skills

Valid U.S. Driver's License

Process Discipline

Technical Proficiency

Google Workspace

Communication

Physical Requirements & Availability

Tools

Linux command-line

Job description

Location: Sunnyvale, CA 94086 Sunnyvale with travel to SF as needed; possible travel for extended time

Duration: 6 Months (Possible Extension)

Willing to do day shift, night shift, swing shifts

Program Description:

Pilot Project, The primary objective is to maintain the integrity of the data collection process by manually operating a vehicle including by following precise routes, ensuring system uptime, and performing basic hardware troubleshooting in the field.

Job Description:

We are seeking a Validation Specialist to support a data collection project. The primary objective is to maintain the integrity of the data collection process by manually operating a vehicle, following precise routes, ensuring system uptime, and performing basic hardware maintenance in the field under the guidance of the on-shift Validation Lead.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Acquisition: Safely operate an EV for up to 8 hours per day, strictly adhering to predetermined routes and structured collection protocols.
• Inspection Compliance: Complete comprehensive pre- and post-trip inspections of specialized onboard hardware (Cameras, LiDAR, secondary sensors) and submit completed logs before deployment and after returning to base.
• First-Line Technical Maintenance: Perform basic physical maintenance (power-cycling systems, reseating data connectors, cleaning and clearing sensors) and collaborate with the Validation Shift Lead when advanced troubleshooting is required.
• Operational Compliance: Ensure data is logged correctly and uploaded according to project requirements and established shift protocols.
• Issue Reporting: Promptly document and report any system anomalies, hardware errors, or unique environmental observations directly to the on-shift Validation Shift Lead.

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications:

• Driving Record: Valid U.S. Driver's License (3+ years) with a clean driving history.
• Process Discipline: Ability to maintain high levels of focus during repetitive tasks and strictly follow complex instructions without deviation.
• Technical Proficiency: Comfort interacting with hardware/software and performing basic physical troubleshooting.
• Google Workspace: High proficiency in following and updating structured digital documentation.
• Communication: Strong written skills for technical logging and the ability to clearly relay hardware issues to the Validation Shift Lead and technical teams.
• Physical Requirements & Availability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and flexibility to work variable shift schedules (mornings, evenings, nights, weekends).

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in field data collection, mapping, or fleet operations.
• Background as a Field Technician, IT Support Specialist, or similar hands-on technical role.
• Experience operating Electric Vehicles (EVs).
• Basic familiarity with Linux command-line tools