ADAS Prototype Test Operator

Job Title: Job Title: ADAS Prototype Test Operator
 
About Kyyba:
 
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.
At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development. 
 
Job Description
Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates should have demonstrated the ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and be excellent at multi-tasking.


Test Driver
• Test drive and evaluate test vehicles in “real world” driving situations on test routes and tracks, conduct safety inspections, perform specialized test procedures, and document findings on driver reports in a clear and concise manner.
• Perform vehicle checks, maintenance and keep vehicle prepared for testing daily.
• Vehicle Test Drivers will be responsible for driving prototype vehicles on various public and private roads, test ADAS features, obtain data and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Manual data collection and driving including hands free on highways.
• Follow process for the teams, document potential issues and improvements
• Operate in-vehicle data recording computers, including start/stop recording, data marking and minor debugging when issues arise.
• Provide clear, accurate and useful subjective feedback to the engineering teams on vehicle behavior observed.
• Ensure the safe operation of our test vehicles on public roads. Trailering
• Operate vehicle while towing various trailer configurations according to established test procedures.
• Execute on-road and closed-course test routes to support vehicle development and validation activities
• Support collection of towing performance handling, braking, stability, and ADAS system data.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles trailer, hitches, and testing equipment
• Verify trailer loading, weight distribution and securement prior to testing.
• Identify and report vehicle, trailer, equipment or safety concerns.
• Support setting up and removal of trailering equipment as required.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, testing procedures and applicable towing regulations.
• Maintain vehicle and trailer cleanliness and readiness for testing activities.
• Participate in training activities related to towing, safety and data collection procedures.
• Travel to off-stive testing locations when required.


Qualifications:
• Valid US driver's license
• Clean driving record (DMV record will be obtained)
• Must be able to demonstrate safe driving in all weather conditions, including rain, snow, etc.
• Safety Sensitive position, requiring all people assigned to activity be drug free.
• Able to drive for prolonged periods.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including weekends and possible overtime.
• Will be able to drive and travel to other domestic locations.
• Must have good vision, hearing and motor skills. Alertness and good driving instinct to monitor automated vehicle performance and supervision.
• Basic computer skills to execute basic scripts for testing and data collection, and to document and report issues online and offline.
• Must demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly both written and orally.
• Exceptional ability and desire to learn new skills and tools. Ability to apply oneself to new problems in a dynamic lean start-up environment.
Location: Allen Park, MI
Disclaimer: 
 
Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.”
It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Kyyba at 248-813-9665
 
Rewards:
 
Medical, dental, vision
401k 
Term life
Voluntary life and disability insurance
Optional Pre-paid legal plan
Optional Identity theft plan
Optional Medical and dependent FSA
Work-visa sponsorship
Opportunity for advancement
Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client 
 
 
SELECT AWARDS

• An INC 5000 company for 10 years
• Corp! Michigan Economic Bright Spots 
• Crain’s Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in Detroit
• TechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & Solutions
• Best of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & Partnerships
• Metro Detroit Elite Category: Recruitment, Selection & Orientation for 101 Best & Brightest
• 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Michigan

 
 
About Kyyba:
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.
At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development. 
Job Description

Description:
We are seeking an experienced Design & Release Engineer (DRE) – Interior Trim Plastics to lead the design, development, validation, and launch of automotive cockpit trim components. This role will focus on interior plastic components, including instrument panel (IP) doors, bins, glove boxes, and finish trim, ensuring compliance with vehicle performance targets, quality standards, and applicable FMVSS requirements.
 
Key Responsibilities
 

• Lead the design, development, material selection, tooling reviews, and launch of cockpit trim plastic components.
• Ensure packaging compatibility, interface alignment, attachment integrity, and system-level functionality.
• Coordinate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to resolve design, packaging, and integration issues.
• Define and integrate critical and significant characteristics (CC/SC) with interfacing systems.
• Manage component releases, engineering changes, APQP activities, and PPAP documentation.
• Lead design and component integration reviews at key program milestones.
• Review validation plans, test setups, test reports, and results to ensure performance and reliability requirements are met.
• Support prototype builds, design validation (DV), production validation (PV), and launch readiness.
• Collaborate with Design, Body, Restraints, Manufacturing, Safety, NVH, Vehicle Integration, and other teams to deliver production-ready components.

 
Required Qualifications
 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of automotive cockpit system or interior trim engineering experience.
• Experience in at least three relevant areas, including cockpit validation, plastic trim design, interior plastic materials, injection molding, PLM/component release, or regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of automotive design and release processes, APQP, PPAP, and engineering change management.
• Experience with supplier coordination, tooling reviews, component integration, and validation activities.
• Understanding of applicable FMVSS requirements and automotive quality standards.
• Strong technical problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

 
Preferred Qualifications
 

• Master’s degree in a related engineering discipline.
• Experience with cockpit-level FMVSS, IIHS, or other third-party rating validation.
• Familiarity with NHTSA and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting prototype builds and new-model launches in a fast-paced automotive environment.

 
Location: (Troy, MI )
 
Disclaimer: 
Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.”
It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Kyyba at 248-813-9665
 
Rewards:
Medical, dental, vision
401k 
Term life
Voluntary life and disability insurance
Optional Pre-paid legal plan
Optional Identity theft plan
Optional Medical and dependent FSA
Work-visa sponsorship
Opportunity for advancement
Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client 
 
 
SELECT AWARDS

• An INC 5000 company for 10 years
• Corp! Michigan Economic Bright Spots 
• Crain’s Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in Detroit
• TechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & Solutions
• Best of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & Partnerships
• Metro Detroit Elite Category: Recruitment, Selection & Orientation for 101 Best & Brightest
• 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Michigan