Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver - In-Field Testing

Sivad Consulting; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sivad Consulting in Austin, TX is seeking a Safety Driver for a 12-month contract, onsite. The role involves operating autonomous vehicles during testing, collecting data on system performance, and upholding the highest safety standards.

The position suits someone with strong driving skills, adaptability, and the ability to respond swiftly and safely to unexpected events. Work schedules vary: Tuesday-Saturday or Friday-Monday, with 8 or 10 hour shifts, all onsite.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid US driver's license for at least 3 years.
• Excellent knowledge of local traffic regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with riders and engineers.
• Willingness to work in varied weather and road conditions.
• Clean driving record in last 5 years (no DUI, drugs, or alcohol offenses).

Responsibilities

• Operate autonomous vehicles safely and legally to collect data.
• Interact with riders, engineers, and operations leaders.
• Monitor vehicle performance and conduct in-field testing.
• Prepare vehicles daily for in-field operations.
• Submit detailed reports to support system improvements.
• Be alert to pedestrians, other drivers, and unexpected events.

Skills

Safe driving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Defensive driving

Weather resilience

Job description

Sivad Consulting in Austin, TX is seeking a Safety Driver for a 12-month contract, onsite. The role involves operating autonomous vehicles during testing, collecting data on system performance, and upholding the highest safety standards.

The position suits someone with strong driving skills, adaptability, and the ability to respond swiftly and safely to unexpected events. Work schedules vary: Tuesday-Saturday or Friday-Monday, with 8 or 10 hour shifts, all onsite.