Nick Vukovich
About Nick Vukovich
Nick Vukovich is a Senior Operational Safety Engineer currently working at Motional in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He has a diverse professional background in engineering, customer service, and learning and development, with previous roles at Aurora and Uber.
Work at Motional
Nick Vukovich serves as a Senior Operational Safety Engineer at Motional, a position he has held since 2022. His role focuses on ensuring safety protocols within the autonomous vehicle sector. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he contributes to the development and implementation of safety measures that align with industry standards. His expertise in operational safety engineering is critical to Motional's mission of advancing autonomous vehicle technology.
Previous Experience at Aurora
Prior to his current role, Nick worked at Aurora as a Senior Program Manager in Operational Safety from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure in Pittsburgh, he was responsible for overseeing safety initiatives and program management within the organization. His experience at Aurora added to his knowledge and skills in operational safety, further preparing him for his current position.
Professional Background
Nick Vukovich has a diverse professional background that spans various roles in customer service, learning and development, and engineering management. He worked at Uber as a Program Manager in Learning and Development from 2016 to 2021, where he focused on enhancing training programs. Additionally, he held a position as a Test Engineer and Lab Manager at Westmoreland Mechanical Testing & Research Inc for a brief period in 2016, which contributed to his technical expertise.
Education and Expertise
Nick studied at Westmoreland County Community College, where he earned an Associate of Science degree in Engineering Technology from 2013 to 2016. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in engineering and operational safety. He possesses a strong understanding of material testing, which supports his role in operational safety engineering, particularly in the context of autonomous vehicle operations.