Vehicle Operator - Irvine, CA

Kett Engineering Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Kett Engineering Corporation is seeking Vehicle Operators in Irvine, CA. You will operate and evaluate prototype test vehicles while conducting inspections and troubleshooting both hardware and software issues. The ideal candidate should have prior automotive driving experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include safe operation of vehicles, performing inspections, and providing detailed reports. Flexibility for overtime may be required, and candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Prior professional automotive driving or autonomous vehicle experience.
• Self-motivated and organized with good judgment.
• Ability to quickly describe events concisely.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate test vehicles in diverse conditions.
• Perform vehicle inspections and diagnostics.
• Document testing results comprehensively.

Skills

Automotive driving experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Technical troubleshooting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Irvine, CA - Irvine, CASalary Range: $26.00 - $26.00 Hourly

Our Test and Development team is growing and we are looking for Vehicle Operators. In this role, you will be responsible for operating, driving, troubleshooting, and evaluating our prototype test vehicles and documenting product development feedback to our engineers. This takes the form of operating test vehicles statically, driving on public roads, or private test facilities, conducting safety inspections, and performing specialized test procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate test vehicles in a wide range of testing conditions up to 8 hours/day
• Perform vehicle prep work, including basic vehicle inspections and diagnostics before and after driving
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues
• Collect data via data acquisition systems
• Complete clear, concise, and detailed post-drive reports and online tickets, working with and escalating to engineers as necessary
• Assist with training of new vehicle operators
• Additional work and tasks as needed by the team

Qualifications

• Prior professional automotive driving or autonomous vehicle experience
• Self-motivated, organized, and demonstrate good judgment in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
• Attention to detail and ability to describe events quickly and concisely
• Good command of the English language with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in using a smartphone, laptop, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to drive safely in all conditions and alone or with a partner for 6-8 hrs. a day
• Must be flexible to work overtime as needed
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to pass an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) background check and onsite road test examination