About the Company

At Torc, we have always believed that autonomous vehicle technology will transform how we travel, move freight, and do business.

A leader in autonomous driving since 2007, Torc has spent over a decade commercializing our solutions with experienced partners. Now a part of the Daimler family, we are focused solely on developing software for automated trucks to transform how the world moves freight.

Join us and catapult your career with the company that helped pioneer autonomous technology, and the first AV software company with the vision to partner directly with a truck manufacturer.

Meet the Team

Responsible for supervising daily operations supporting Class 8 autonomous vehicle development and testing. Oversees personnel, staffing, scheduling, safety compliance, and operational coordination to ensure testing activities are executed safely and efficiently. Provides frontline leadership through employee development, performance management, and accountability while fostering a team environment aligned with Torc’s core values.

What You’ll Do

1. Daily Operations & Logistics

Supervise daily autonomous vehicle testing operations and personnel assignments.
Coordinate staffing, equipment, and resources to support scheduled testing activities.
Ensure effective shift transitions, operational handoffs, and communication between crews.
Monitor daily execution, resolve routine operational issues, and escalate barriers when necessary.
Ensure adherence to established operational procedures and testing requirements.

2. Personnel Leadership & Development

Provide direct supervision to In-Vehicle Fallback Test Drivers (IFTDs) and Fleet Operations Specialists (FOSs).
Conduct employee performance evaluations, provide coaching, and support professional development.
Establish clear expectations and hold team members accountable for performance, safety, and procedural compliance.
Address employee concerns, recognize strong performance, and administer corrective action when appropriate.
Support recruitment, interviews, onboarding, training, and employee qualification requirements.
Foster a positive team culture that reflects Torc’s core values, promotes trust, and encourages teamwork and accountability.

3. Staffing & Scheduling

Maintain daily and weekly staffing schedules aligned with operational requirements.
Assign personnel based on qualifications, availability, and testing needs.
Manage employee attendance, timekeeping, and scheduling adjustments.
Coordinate staffing and travel requirements for remote testing assignments.
Identify and communicate personnel shortages and coverage limitations.

4. Fleet & Testing Support

Coordinate personnel and logistical support for assigned testing activities.
Verify operational readiness of personnel, equipment, and supporting resources.
Collaborate with Fleet Management and Maintenance regarding vehicle availability and readiness.
Ensure completion of required vehicle inspections, fueling, and operational documentation.
Communicate equipment issues and operational constraints affecting testing.

5. Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Enforce company safety policies, operational procedures, and applicable DOT/FMCSA requirements.
Ensure personnel maintain required training, certifications, and qualifications.
Support incident investigations, safety event reviews, and corrective actions.
Promote a safety-first culture through consistent coaching and accountability.

6. Reporting & Cross-Functional Coordination

Monitor daily operational performance against established KPIs.
Maintain accurate staffing records, operational reports, and shift documentation.
Track scheduled versus executed testing activities and document operational delays.
Coordinate with Engineering, Safety, Maintenance, Training, and other supporting departments.
Communicate operational updates, staffing limitations, and performance concerns to leadership.
Identify opportunities to improve daily efficiency and operational execution.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Valid US Driver's license with a safe driving record