Professional Test Driver
Core
Drive test vehicles through predefined regional routes across the U.S. in extreme weather and challenging terrain.
Role type
Senior IC professional test driver
Builds
Vehicle test data and safety reports for automotive programs
Domain
Automotive testing / Field operations
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Professional driving, extreme weather operation, situational awareness, risk management, vehicle inspection, long-haul stamina
Preferred skills
High-temperature desert driving, snow/ice driving, mountain/high-altitude driving, vehicle testing experience
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Drive test vehicles on regional routes, operate safely in extreme conditions, maintain alertness and safety compliance, provide feedback on road/vehicle behavior, conduct pre/post-trip inspections, follow test coordinator instructions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC