Autonomous Vehicle Test Site Coordinator

Rivian; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian is seeking a Site Coordinator for its Autonomy Systems Validation team to lead a vehicle-operator group, plan routes, ensure safety, and collaborate with hardware/software engineers on autonomous vehicle testing. You will develop procedures, train new operators, and monitor performance while coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet strategic goals.

The role emphasizes on-site leadership, data analytics, and ensuring safety protocols during tests on public roads and controlled

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in automotive driving or autonomous vehicle testing required.
• Flexibility to perform varied tasks as requested.
• Self-motivated, organized, good judgment in fast-paced environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficient with smartphone, laptop, and Google tools (Docs, Sheets, Maps).
• Overtime availability as needed.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Minimum age 21.
• No driving suspensions/ revocations in 3-5 years.
• No recent drug/alcohol related incidents in last 3 years.
• No more than 1 serious moving violation in last 3 years.
• Valid driver's license for state of residence.
• Subject to continuous MVR monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project requirements and scheduling, ensuring sufficient coverage.
• Assign test routes and vehicles to operators based on availability and plan.
• Serve as primary on-site contact for the operator team.
• Implement processes, procedures and work instructions.
• Collaborate with engineering to achieve strategic goals.
• Prepare training materials and assist onboarding of new operators.
• Motivate operators to reach objectives and maintain safety standards.
• Maintain operator relations, resolve conflicts, foster productive environment.
• Ensure test/route schedules are maintained and monitor driving habits.
• Set KPIs and develop reports, dashboards, and tools to report results.
• Ensure tools and equipment are organized and accessible.
• Perform vehicle inspections, troubleshooting, and software updates.
• Oversee transfer of drive data to cloud/servers.
• Must work 1st Shift (4:30p - 1:00a).

Skills

Supervisory experience

Flexibility

Organized

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Smartphone/ laptop proficiency

Travel readiness

Lift up to 50 pounds

Tools

Google Docs/Sheets/Maps

Job description

Rivian is seeking a Site Coordinator for its Autonomy Systems Validation team to lead a vehicle-operator group, plan routes, ensure safety, and collaborate with hardware/software engineers on autonomous vehicle testing. You will develop procedures, train new operators, and monitor performance while coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet strategic goals.

The role emphasizes on-site leadership, data analytics, and ensuring safety protocols during tests on public roads and controlled