Site Coordinator - Brooklyn NY

KETT ENGINEERING CORPORATION•New York, NY

4d•$32 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Coordinator oversees operations, personnel, and testing execution for a vehicle-testing site. The role leads vehicle operators and safety drivers and is responsible for local operational planning, facility management, safety protocol enforcement, fleet availability, and driver efficiency. The coordinator also works with hardware and software engineering teams as needed to support strategic goals. The position includes leadership and employee-development duties consistent with Kett’s Vision, Values, and customer needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 3 years of supervisory or team-lead experience in autonomous vehicle operations, automotive proving grounds, robotics testing, or complex fleet management.
Strong background in executing structured test suites, software deployment processes, and hardware integration workflows.
Proficiency with issue-tracking and project-management suites such as Jira and Confluence/Atlassian.
Hands-on familiarity with Linux/Unix navigation, software flashing, and basic vehicle electrical or hardware diagnostics.
Proficiency with Google Workspace tools, including Docs, Sheets, and Slides, or equivalent enterprise productivity suites.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, and bend for approximately 6–8 hours daily.
Ability to handle daily pressures and stress-related conditions.
Ability to work flexible shifts, including morning, evening, or weekend coverage, as test schedules demand.
Leadership, results orientation, problem-solving, communication, employee development, employee relations, customer relations, safety awareness, and ability to serve as a role model.

Responsibilities

Lead, direct, and mentor vehicle operators and safety drivers, including management of daily shift operations and shift handovers.
Coordinate team schedules, route assignments, and vehicle allocations to optimize driver utilization and test-plan coverage.
Prepare training materials, conduct onboarding, and evaluate operator performance and driving standards.
Serve as the primary escalation point for on-site personnel, resolve driver-relations issues, maintain morale, and foster a safety-first work environment.
Oversee public-road testing to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
Oversee pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections for functionality, safety compliance, and physical maintenance.
Perform and guide initial troubleshooting, issue escalation, and software or hardware updates on test vehicles.
Supervise daily end-of-shift data offloading from vehicles to local edge hardware and cloud servers.
Define, track, and analyze operational metrics, including test miles, driver uptime, vehicle availability, and disengagements.
Drive improvements to testing procedures, safety protocols, and operational workflows.
Maintain site infrastructure, tooling, and test equipment to support a clean, safe, and efficient facility.
Enforce compliance with local, state, and federal transport regulations and internal safety standards.
Provide leadership and service to employees and customers consistent with Kett’s Vision and Values.
Participate in developing Kett goals, objectives, service plans, and processes with consideration for customer needs.
Interview and facilitate employee selection for job classifications authorized by Kett Management.
Orient and train employees in assigned areas.
Promote safety awareness and ensure compliance with safety practices.
Involve team leaders, employees, and customers in improving the work climate and team effort.
Develop and maintain a positive team effort on behalf of Kett Leadership.
Accept and perform other responsibilities as assigned.
Travel up to 20% to support off-site testing campaigns or secondary test facilities.