Pilot / FT1 Certified driver for automotive project

Summary

The Driver/ Pilot is responsible for planning, executing, and completing assigned driving routes to support automotive field data collection initiatives across the Europe. This position requires disciplined planning, route strategy development, daily reporting, and basic system troubleshooting. FT1 Driver Certification is mandatory prior to the start date.

Requirements

• FT1 or equivalent Driver Certification (must be completed before the employment start date).
• Valid EU driver's license with a clean driving record; a license valid across all EU countries is preferred.
• Ability to drive long routes under varying conditions.
• Professional discipline, a safety-focused mindset, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to complete detailed logs and written reports.
• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• 4–5 years of licensed driving experience, with no major traffic citations, accidents, or suspensions in the past three years. No alcohol-related violations on the driving record.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan routes strategically to achieve collection objectives within time, weather, location, and road requirements.
• Execute assigned driving routes and update plans if conditions change; propose optimized alternatives.
• Perform daily vehicle, camera, and equipment readiness checks before each drive.
• Perform basic troubleshooting, including system power checks, cable resets, storage verification, and system reboot procedures.
• Maintain accurate reporting logs, including mileage, time, incidents, equipment issues, and route notes.
• Work closely with Data Annotators and automation/reporting teams to reconcile issues and plan re-drives.
• Submit daily written reports, including route deviations, failures, and improvement opportunities.
• Communicate risks and delays proactively to management.
• Handle equipment professionally and ensure secure storage of all gear and recorded files.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience in route planning or logistics.
• Familiarity with basic automation or data entry scripting is a plus.
• Prior exposure to field operations or automotive environments.
• Basic technical troubleshooting skills, including devices, power systems, and storage media.