Working Student: Vehicle Operator & Data Analytics – Autonomous Driving (f/m/d)

The Vehicle Operator & Data Analytics role supports Aptiv’s Autonomous Driving development by capturing high-quality driving data and providing meaningful insights to engineering teams. You will
operate test vehicles across Wuppertal and the NRW region—an area ideal for ADAS/AD testing due to its mix of Urban environments, Narrow and hilly roads, Tunnels, bridges, sharp, curvature and varied
traffic conditions. This role is ideal for students interested in Autonomous Driving, ADAS validation, vehicle testing, and data analytics. You will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge AD systems in
real-world environments.

Key Responsibilities

Vehicle Operations

• Safely drive prototype-level ADAS/AD vehicles across Wuppertal and nearby cities (Düsseldorf, Cologne, Dortmund, Essen, Solingen).

• Operate on defined and exploratory routes with changing road topology, weather, and traffic conditions with Route Intelligance Tool at Aptiv

• Maintain full readiness to take over control when the system disengages—smoothly and without over-correction.

Data Collection & Equipment Handling

• Operate in-vehicle DAQ (Data Acquisition) systems: start/stop logs, event tagging, monitoring sensors, and simple debugging.

• Follow daily test plans, perform vehicle readiness checks, and ensure high-quality data capture.

Feedback & Observation

• Provide structured, objective feedback about vehicle behavior, near-miss situations, system hesitation, or unexpected actions.

• Identify environment types that commonly challenge AD systems (e.g., Wuppertal’s sharp curves, elevation changes, pedestrian crossings).

Data Analytics & Safety Evaluation

• Analyze human-driving vs. AD system driving behavior.

• Potential and related events-collision safety-Non, Safety interventions Support investigations of collision scenarios

• Contribute to defining scenario-based metrice for German/European driving conditions (e.g., based metrics-scenario Contribute to defining Autobahn merging, roundabouts, bike lanes).

Basic Qualifications

• Strong and responsible driving habits valid EU B-class driver’s license with no major accident class driver’s license-valid EU BStrong and responsible driving habits history.

• 2+ years of driving or vehicle testing experience (university projects acceptable).

• High situational awareness and ability to multitask while driving.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to give clear feedback.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Mobility, , Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics or Data Science.

• Understanding of ADAS/Autonomous Driving concepts: ACC, AEB/PEB Lane Keeping / Highway Assist, Sensor perception (camera, radar, LiDAR)

• Knowledge of roads, geography, and driving challenges around Wuppertal and NRW.

• Experience giving structured feedback or conducting test drives.

• Ability to interpret sensor or vehicle performance data.

• Basic Python or data analysis exposure (optional but beneficial).

Traits We’re Seeking

• Curious mindset: You naturally ask why things happen.

• Analytical thinker: Able to break down complex behavior logically.

• Hands-on learner: Comfortable learning by doing and experimenting.

• Resilient: Views challenges as opportunities to improve.

• Clear communicator: Able to summarize observations concisely.

What Students Will Gain

• Experience with real ADAS/AD systems used globally.

• Exposure to vehicle data pipelines, DM&A workflows, and test engineering.

• Understanding of German/European road complexities in AD driving.

• Close collaboration with engineering teams in Germany, Poland, US, and India.

WHY JOIN US? 

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs. 

• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents. 

• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.  

YOUR BENEFITS AT APTIV:

• Paid hourly

• Flexible working hours

• Planned on-boarding process

• Attractive training and development plan

• Learning, professional growth and development in a world recognized international environment

APPLY TODAY, AND TOGETHER LET’S CHANGE TOMORROW! 

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