Position: Vehicle Fleet Field Test Engineer
Working Location: Ha Noi, Hai Phong
Contact to: Tuyen dung Vietsol ()
Position Purpose
Sit inside autonomous test vehicle during real-world fleet testing; maintain strictly monitoring of ADS system;
execute manual vehicle intervention (takeover) when system behavior becomes unsafe or uncertain; properly
execute Minimal Risk Maneuver (MRM) procedures when intervention is needed; record in-vehicle
observations, system abnormalities, and operational context; record and provide evidence of system safety
validation in real-world driving conditions.
Job Descriptions:
- Real-Time System Monitoring: Maintain strictly in-vehicle monitoring during autonomous operation: actively observe ADS system behavior, sensor inputs (camera/radar/lidar), vehicle trajectory, and surrounding environment; remain ready to intervene at any moment per SAE J3016 Level 4 operational requirements.
- Manual Intervention & Takeover: Execute manual vehicle intervention (takeover): when ADS system exhibits unsafe behavior or uncertainty, immediately assume manual control of steering/braking/acceleration; execute smooth, safe takeover procedure; document intervention reason, system state at moment of takeover, and corrective action taken.
- MRM Execution: Execute Minimal Risk Maneuver (MRM) when required: if manual intervention is unavailable/unable, understand MRM protocol and work with vehicle/remote operations to execute safe fallback strategy (e.g., reduce speed, move to roadside); understand MRM triggers and acceptable outcomes per ISO 26262 / SAE J3097.
- ODD Compliance Monitoring: Monitor Operational Design Domain (ODD) compliance: continuously verify route, weather, traffic conditions, time-of-day remain within approved ODD scope; alert to any ODD boundary violations (unplanned route deviation, rain exceeding sensor limits, construction zones); request halt if ODD bounds are exceeded.
- Incident Documentation: Record in-vehicle observations: document system abnormalities, false positives/negatives, edge cases, sensor failures, unusual traffic scenarios encountered; take notes/photos of notable situations; record incident context via onboard data logger system. To co-operate with authorities, technical lead in case of incidents following regulation.
- Operations Communication: Communicate with remote operations/fleet management/test lead: brief before test run (route, weather forecast, ODD scope), update during operation if anomalies detected, debrief after completion with incident summary and recommendations.
- Personal Driving Discipline: Maintain C&C (Careful & Competent) driving discipline: drive carefully (defensive, anticipatory), maintain vehicle control competence (smooth steering/braking), monitor own fatigue/alertness, adhere to speed/safety limits, model risk-aware thinking for other team members.
Job Requirements:
- Fleet Testing Experience: Minimum ≥ 3 years of hands-on experience in real-world autonomous or advanced driver assistance systems testing, with direct vehicle operation experience (not just observation).
- SAE/ISO Standards Knowledge: Deep understanding of SAE J3016 (Autonomy Levels L3/L4 definitions), SAE J3097 (Safety of Autonomous Systems), and ISO 26262 Part 6 (E/E System Safety); practical knowledge of takeover requirements and MRM procedures.
- Real-World ADS Operation: Minimum 500+ hours of supervised autonomous vehicle operation in real-world conditions; hands-on experience executing manual takeover, MRM response, and handling operational anomalies.
- ODD Knowledge: Operational Design Domain (ODD) understanding: ability to interpret ODD scope documents, recognize ODD boundary violations in real-time, understand implications of ODD limitations on vehicle operation. Familiarity with Vietnam-specific traffic patterns, driver behavior, and environmental challenges (monsoon, congestion, flood).
- Driving Requirements: Valid class B2 and up driver's license with minimum 5 years clean driving history (no major violations in past 5 years); professional driver medical exam passed (vision, reflexes, no medical contraindications).
- Observation & Reporting: Strong observation and documentation skills: able to accurately describe system behavior, environmental conditions, anomalies in written/verbal form; comfortable with detailed incident reporting and follow-up analysis.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Automotive Engineering, Electrical-Electronics, Mechatronics, or related engineering field.
Nice to have:
- Formal certification in autonomous vehicle safety operations or advanced driving school training.
- Experience with Robotaxi or ride-hail fleet testing (Waymo, Cruise, [protected info], WeRide, Didi, or similar).
- Hands-on knowledge of vehicle dynamics, emergency response, or defensive driving instruction.
- Understanding of sensor systems (camera, radar, lidar) and how sensor failures present in real-world scenarios.
- Experience with telemetry dashboards and real-time data logging systems.
Critical Competencies for In-Vehicle Field Test Engineer:
- Constant driving with Careful & Competent: ability to stay mentally alert for 6 - 8 hour test shifts; recognize own fatigue signs; request breaks when alertness degrading.
- Rapid decision-making: quick assessment whether ADS behavior is acceptable anomaly or safety-critical issue requiring intervention; confidence to take control when needed.
- Vehicle control competence: smooth steering, braking, acceleration; able to execute takeover maneuver safely under pressure; comfortable with emergency procedures.
- Careful & Competent driving mindset: defensive thinking, risk-aware (understand ODD limits), patient (don't rush decisions).
- Precise observation & reporting: accurately describe what happened, system state, environmental factors; avoid speculation; support root cause analysis with factual evidence.
- Safety-first judgment: prioritize safety over timeline/goals; willing to halt operation if unsafe; escalate concerns to management without hesitation.
Benefit:
- Good salary (includes base salary, additional salary, housing allowance, meal allowance, etc.)
- 13th month salary + Incentive/performance bonus
- Salary review twice a year
- Lunch monthly support
- Mon-Fri & alternative Saturday working schedule with 44 hours/week.
- 12 annual leave days plus 1 birthday leave
- Health care insurance
- Training & career development program
- Oversea working opportunities
- Have opportunity to work in Electric vehicle development project and testing with system/vehicle integration level.
- Working in international environment with experts around the world
- Opportunities for career advancement to Team Leader, Group Leader, and Manager positions
- Monthly budget for team activities, etc.