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Purpose Test Conductor 2 shall be responsible for planning, conducting, and analyzing vehicle level tests. Test Conductor will work closely with engineers, managers, and researchers to create and improve test plans and report results and will lead a team to execute field tests and troubleshoot issues. Essential Functions Learn customer test objectives, ensure test objectives are well defined, and communicate objectives to test team Develop test plans and procedures based upon customers' needs and processes involved Lead a team of vehicle operators and test assistants to safely execute field tests and ensure test objectives are achieved Analyze test and scenario data once tests are complete Programing and operation of Guided Soft Targets and other collision avoidance test equipment Troubleshoot hardware, software, car, test execution issues and escalate accordingly Communicate test progress and status Escalate all safety concerns TRC Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is willing to make a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job. *Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Other Duties and Responsibilities (Non-Essential Functions) Travel to off-site customers and test locations. Develop work descriptions based upon customers' needs and knowledge of the processes involved Develop and coordinate project budgets and proposals based upon customer objectives and supporting BU inputs Communicate test plans, proposals, non-conformances, and project status to internal and external customers Assist test engineers and technical operations in accomplishing project tasks Make technical decisions with minimal supervision Present proposals and report test results before customer representatives Support the program planning, logistics, and scheduling processes as required to enable effective and efficient system test and integration Identify and implement improvements to existing workflows and test procedures Build automation scripts to reduce schedule time and resources for recurring tests Create and maintain dashboards to display results and status. Generate and present concise test reports highlighting areas of strength and weakness. Support TRC Inc.'s Quality and EH&S (Environmental, Health, and Safety) efforts Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering is required 2+ years technical testing and system validation experience preferred Basic understanding of data acquisition systems and instrumentation Familiarity with vehicle systems and subsystems Excellent organizational and communication skills General knowledge of computers, including, G-suite programs, basic script writing and troubleshooting, word processing and data analysis software Proficient in technical report writing Proficient project management skills Flexibility with work hours during busy test periods. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed - including AM and PM shifts. Ability to travel ( Working conditions Standard office, climate controlled environment Some travel is required May be exposed to temperatures below 0 degree and above 95 degrees May be exposed to inclement weather May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, such as gas, oil, and paint Physical requirements Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment Ability to communicate with customers and co-workers Capable of positioning one's