Non-CDL TEST DRIVER/OPERATOR OTR

Job Description

The purpose is to acquire relevant sensor data for the next generation of ADAS Sensors in the US and Canada. This is an OTR (over-the-road) position and drivers will be out on the road up to a month at a time.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Each vehicle will have both a driver and operator during testing and will swap out roles per project requirements.

Data collection will be automatic with simple push button operation. There will be an iPad or other equipment for tagger to write notes during driving.

Responsible for "tagging" scenarios of interest on a switchboard within the vehicle. This is a simple way to keep a log of interesting events observed during the test drive, e.g., going over a bridge, or through a tunnel, etc.

Data will need to be uploaded on daily basis or at other frequency as requested.

Drivers/operators must be able to copy data from one computer directory to another.

Drivers/operators must be able to manage the data Storage (Storage Boxes) and will be responsible to remove the storage medium, pack it, and send it to client data center via parcel service.

Drivers/operators must be able to start and operate the measurement equipment based on a checklist. An initial introduction / training will be given at the beginning of the project in Belmont, CA.

Drivers/operators must report issues and provide simple support tasks for remote diagnosis, e.g., unplugging a clearly defined cable or pressing a switch.

Employees will be responsible for driving a mix of conventional and fully electric prototype vehicles provided by client with additional sensors, measurement equipment, PC, monitor, etc. used for data collection and road validation.

Must attend daily end of shift status meeting to discuss any issues/concerns/route completion, etc. with client.

The driver of the vehicle must act in a responsible and respectful demeanor as not to damage the reputation of our customer or Kett.

Project kick-off / initial training location:

Prototype Training in AZ is required.

Project training in Belmont, CA

Schedule/Shift Hours:

Each vehicle will operate 6 days/week Monday – Saturday, 8.5 shift (8 hours paid)

8:00am – 4:30pm

Shift times and schedule are subject to change to meet data collection requirements. It's possible shift times will fluctuate to collect data at night. No data collection will occur between 12 midnight – 6am.

Driving locations/Routes:

Throughout U.S. and Canada.

Over the roadCompany Description

Established in 1953, Kett Engineering is a leader in the Automotive Test and Personnel Services industry. Our goal is to provide our Automotive and OEM customers with superior service.

The strength and success of Kett clearly comes from the people behind the organization. Our workforce is comprised of dedicated, talented and hard working individuals with years of industry experience.

If you have an interest in automotive technology industry, a passion for excellence and a desire to exceed expectations then, we want you on are our team!