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Test Driver/Operator OTR

KETT ENGINEERING CORPORATION
KETT ENGINEERING CORPORATION Salary
Burton, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026

POSITION DETAILS

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.
    • Driving test with trailer will take place around Belmont, CA. Various trailers will be tested to see the potential impact on ADAS systems.
    • 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.
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  • 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
      • Its 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 road

PAYRATE: $20.00/HOUR with weekly overtime.

 

Salary : $20

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