Autonomous Vehicle Safety Driver (On‑Road Testing)

Russell Tobin; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement

Life & disability insurance

EAP

Employee discounts

Job summary

Russell Tobin is hiring Safety Drivers in Dallas, TX to support testing and development of autonomous vehicles. You will test next-generation vehicles on real-world roads, gain hands-on experience in an innovative industry, and work with remote operators and engineering teams.

Ideal candidates have a valid U.S. driver's license (3+ years), strong driving and situational awareness, and the ability to follow detailed procedures under varied weather and road conditions.

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. driver's license for 3+ years.
• Strong driving skills with excellent situational awareness.
• Good judgment and attention to detail.
• Comfortable driving in varied weather and road conditions.
• Reliable, professional, and dependable.
• Comfortable using technology and following detailed procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate autonomous vehicles during on-road testing.
• Alternate between manual driving and supervising autonomous mode.
• Monitor traffic, road conditions, the vehicle, and environment.
• Identify hazards and respond quickly and safely.
• Work with remote operators and engineering teams.
• Perform vehicle safety checks before and after shifts.
• Collect driving and vehicle performance data.
• Document observations and testing activities.
• Assist with basic technical tasks, hardware adjustments, and software uploads.
• Support basic troubleshooting as needed.

Skills

Driving skills

Situational awareness

Judgment

Attention to detail

Weather adaptability

Reliability

Tech comfort

Job description

Russell Tobin is hiring Safety Drivers in Dallas, TX to support testing and development of autonomous vehicles. You will test next-generation vehicles on real-world roads, gain hands-on experience in an innovative industry, and work with remote operators and engineering teams.

Ideal candidates have a valid U.S. driver's license (3+ years), strong driving and situational awareness, and the ability to follow detailed procedures under varied weather and road conditions.