What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Driver - traveling position at Kett Engineering Corporation?
Company Overview
Kett Engineering is a renowned leader in automotive testing and engineering services with over 60 years of industry experience. We support vehicle development, testing, and program management for major automotive manufacturers and Tier-1 suppliers, emphasizing quality, customer service, and technical excellence.
Description
POSITION DETAILS
The objective of this data collection program is to acquire a statistically representative distribution of real‑world traffic scenarios across the U.S. public road network, spanning all operational design domain (ODD) conditions, including weather, lighting, and seasonal variability.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Drivers will operate the vehicle independantly and required to initiate and operate the client provided ADAS Data Collection system. Troubleshooting abilities are as tront attribute. Safe packaging and shipping of hard-drives is required. Data collection activities in various cities in the U.S. working Monday - Saturday is required. Sunday is considered a reset day (not paid) but may be requested if the project doesn't meet efficiency goals. Drive team members will interact with client project manager, engineers, and Kett personnel on a daily basis.
Traveling to different areas of the U.S. for 10-12 consecutive weeks at a time.
- Project kick-off / initial training location:
- Michigan
- Schedule/Shift Hours:
- Each vehicle will operate 6 days/week Monday – Saturday
- 1st: 6:00 am - 3:00 pm
- 2nd: 3:00 pm - 12:00 am
- Shift times and schedule are subject to change to meet data collection requirements
- Driving locations/Routes:
- Throughout U.S.
- Over the road
Requirements & Desired Skills
- Must have at least a High School Diploma or GED
- Must have your driver's license for at least 5 consecutive years
- Must have a clear criminal history (no felonies, no misdemeanors)
- Must be able to pass the pre-employment drug screen and background check
- Preferred candidates with driving experience in their work history
- Preferred candidates with previous traveling job(s)
- Must be tech savvy
- Must have and know how to operate a smartphone
- Must have experience driving in all types of weather conditions, to include snow
- Must be comfort driving a vehicle for long periods of time
- Must be able to maintain professionalism with team members and engineers
We are looking for OTR experienced and Computer Savvy Candidates, if that is you, please apply directly here:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/D142EB920798883B97D0954D203BC142/jobs/621712
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Do you understand this is a traveling position which will have you away from home for 10-12 weeks at a time? Are you available to be away from home for 10-12 weeks at a time without any issues?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- work related over the road: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License with "Real ID" (Required)
- Passport (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $20