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ADAS Test Driver (TRAVEL REQUIRED)

Kett Engineering
Palo Alto, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 7/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/8/2026

Job Description:

Our Engineering Quality team is growing and we are looking for Vehicle Operators. In
this role, you will be responsible for operating, driving, troubleshooting and evaluating our prototype test vehicles and documenting product development feedback to our engineers. This takes the form of operating test vehicles statically, driving on public roads, or private test facilities, conducting safety inspections and performing specialized test procedures.

Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate test vehicles in a wide range of testing conditions up to 8 hours/day
  • Perform vehicle prep work, including basic vehicle inspections and diagnostics before and after driving
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues
  • Collect data via data acquisition systems
  • Complete clear, concise and detailed post drive reports and online tickets, working with and escalating to engineers as necessary
  • Assist with training of new vehicle operators
  • Additional work and tasks as needed by the team

Qualifications:

  • Ability to travel up to 50%
  • Prior professional automotive driving or autonomous vehicle experience
  • Self-motivated, organized and demonstrate good judgement in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
  • Attention to detail and able to describe events quickly and concisely
  • Good command of the English language with excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in using a smartphone, laptop and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to drive safely in all conditions and alone or with a partner for 6-8 hrs. a day
  • Must be flexible to work overtime as needed
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Must be able to pass an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) background check and onsite road test examination

Bonus

  • Experience with Jira
  • Experience driving 16 ft or larger vehicles

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Preferred)
  • Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Palo Alto, CA 94304 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

  • 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Sick Leave

Salary : $28

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