Autonomous Fleet Specialist

Skills

About the Role

You will support the safe execution of tests in autonomous vehicles. While riding along, you will continuously monitor weather, traffic, road conditions, vehicle operations, safety driver operations and software data. You will inspect vehicles before and after trips, run safety checks, pause tests when needed, and share analysis and documentation with engineers and managers. Travel of 1-2 nights per week is expected.

Requirements

• Experience in Computer Science or strong computer literacy
• Knowledge of transportation, engineering, or safety
• Ability to monitor software on a laptop and read, analyze and type in a moving vehicle for extended periods
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Sound judgement working independently
• Ability to maintain focus and composure in a stressful environment
• Ability to climb into and out of vehicles and sit four to ten hours daily
• Valid US driver's license with safe driving record
• 6+ years of experience driving on US roads
• Compliance with alcohol and drug policy including pre-employment, post-incident and random testing
• Ability to travel 1-2 nights per week

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, software deployment and offloading, and safety checks
• Deliver safety briefs
• Check vehicle groundings and statuses before and during tests
• Pause or stop vehicle operations or tests to reduce risk and inform the operations manager
• Analyze incidents and determine safe mitigation response
• Review daily logistics reports and road, traffic and weather conditions
• Share detailed analysis, feedback and documentation on test runs with engineers and managers
• Report repairs, maintenance or safety concerns before vehicle operation

Benefits

• Bonus component
• Stock options
• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums
• 401K plan with 6% employer match
• Flexible schedule
• Generous paid vacation available immediately
• AD+D and life insurance
• Company-paid travel