Motional · 20 hours ago
AV Test Operator
Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$50K/yr - $60K/yr
10+ years expMotional is a driverless technology company making autonomous vehicles a safe, reliable, and accessible reality. They are seeking Autonomous Driving Test Operators to play a critical role in testing and validating self-driving vehicle technology on real roads, ensuring safety and providing feedback during the testing process.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesFleet ManagementInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Follow all safety policies and procedures while operating prototype-level Autonomous Vehicles on both defined and undefined routes, including a variety of geographic and environmental conditions
Operate in-vehicle data recording computers, including start/stop recording, data marking, and minor debugging when issues arise
Provide clear, accurate, and useful subjective feedback to the engineering teams on vehicle behavior observed
Ensures the safe operation of our test vehicles on public roads
Requires some initial travel for training and collaboration with other vehicle operators
Completes accident and incident reports as needed
Able to speak sufficient English in order to converse with first responders if necessary
Maintains current knowledge and adherence to all Motional AD LLC operating policies, procedures, and directives
Arrives to work on time for scheduled shift and with proper driving credentials on his/her/their person and is ready to work
Maintains current knowledge and is in compliance with local, county, and state traffic laws
Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection, which may include but not limited to cleanliness of the Autonomous Vehicle. This includes conducting an external/internal visual inspection of the vehicle and testing all necessary equipment, operating devices, and controls
Completes accident and incident reports
Control and manage emergency situations according to company procedures
Able to work in a team environment and operate AV with another person. Maintain cooperative behavior towards fellow team members, leads, supervisors, and managers
Requires flexibility in work schedule
Operate in-vehicle data recording computers, including start/stop recording, data annotations, and minor debugging when issues arise. Provide feedback to engineering teams gathered from testing
Utilize JIRA/Confluence software to execute testing tickets and document historical data findings to a global audience
Able to deploy and troubleshoot AV’s
Control and manage emergency situations according to company procedures
Additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Candidates must have and maintain a clean driving record for the previous 3 years, no DUIs for previous 10 years, and never be at fault in an accident that resulted in injury to any person
Must be able to successfully complete in-house driving course/examination
Local knowledge in the test city of streets, geography, and environmental features that may be challenging for Autonomous Vehicles
Basic knowledge of how to navigate through a smartphone using applications to complete job duties
High school diploma or equivalency
Able to work days, nights, and weekends at any time
Must be able to use company communication systems and communicate clearly and effectively both written and verbally
Must be able to read a map and possess knowledge of the local area
Must maintain a professional appearance
At least ten (10) years total driving experience
Utilize JIRA/Confluence software to execute testing tickets and document historical data findings to a global audience
Able to speak sufficient English in order to converse with first responders if necessary
Arrives to work on time for scheduled shift and with proper driving credentials on his/her/their person and is ready to work
Maintains current knowledge and is in compliance with local, county, and state traffic laws
Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspection, which may include but not limited to cleanliness of the Autonomous Vehicle
Completes accident and incident reports as needed
Control and manage emergency situations according to company procedures
Able to work in a team environment and operate AV with another person. Maintain cooperative behavior towards fellow team members, leads, supervisors, and managers
Requires flexibility in work schedule
Operate in-vehicle data recording computers, including start/stop recording, data annotations, and minor debugging when issues arise. Provide feedback to engineering teams gathered from testing
Preferred
Prior experience as an Operator/Driver for Autonomous Vehicles is preferred, or some type of internal or external training on Autonomous Vehicle technology
Experience and training on providing subjective feedback on vehicle behaviors and environment
Basic understanding of technical software that may include; Linux, Atlassian Confluence, Jira, Gitlab, and Python
If you currently do not meet all qualifications, or are currently working to obtain qualifying credentials, still submit your application for review
Data Analysis experience
6 Months of NHTSA levels 2-5 Autonomous vehicle experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with a company match
Health saving accounts
Life insurance
Pet insurance
And more
Company
Motional
Motional offers an autonomous driving platform for robotaxi providers, fleet operators, and automotive manufacturers.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-05-03Acquired
2024-03-15Seed
Leadership Team
Laura Major
President and CEO
Balajee Kannan
Vice President, Autonomy
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