Autonomous Vehicle Test Operator

Kett Engineering Corporation; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Kett Engineering Corporation is seeking Vehicle Operators in Palo Alto, CA to drive and test prototype vehicles and provide feedback to the engineering team. You will perform safety inspections, collect data, and document issues for engineers.

Responsibilities include operating test vehicles up to a full day, performing prep work, and assisting with training while maintaining high safety standards and clear communication with the team.

Qualifications

• Prior professional automotive driving or autonomous vehicle experience.
• Ability to travel up to 50-75%.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
• Must pass MVR background check and onsite road test.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate test vehicles in diverse conditions up to 8 hours/day.
• Perform vehicle prep, inspections and diagnostics before/after driving.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
• Collect data via data acquisition systems.
• Submit clear post-drive reports and tickets; escalate as needed.
• Assist with training of new vehicle operators.
• Additional duties as assigned by the team.

Skills

Automotive driving

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Safety consciousness

Adaptability

Tools

Jira

Job description

Kett Engineering Corporation is seeking Vehicle Operators in Palo Alto, CA to drive and test prototype vehicles and provide feedback to the engineering team. You will perform safety inspections, collect data, and document issues for engineers.

Responsibilities include operating test vehicles up to a full day, performing prep work, and assisting with training while maintaining high safety standards and clear communication with the team.