EV Test Driver

TSMG
All cities, Spain
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level to senior automotive professionals who are comfortable with travel and testing procedures, focusing on EVs and charging infrastructure in Spain.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with automotive testing experience and a track record of working with engineers on technical projects
    — “Work closely with a client-side engineer during testing.”
  • Individuals with prior EV experience and a strong understanding of charging processes and app functionality
    — “Check charging station availability through the vehicle/app.”

Things to consider

  • The role necessitates being away from home for the entire project duration, which may impact personal commitments.
    — “Comfortable being away from home for the full duration of the project.”
  • The candidate must be prepared for random alcohol testing and potential drug screening as part of the job requirements.
    — “Willing to complete drug screening and participate in random alcohol testing where required.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with EVs and charging processes in your resume and during interviews.
    — “Previous experience with Electric Vehicles (EVs) is strongly preferred.”
  • Emphasize your ability to document and report issues systematically.
    — “Record and report any issues or unexpected behavior.”
  • Showcase your adaptability and comfort with travel and cross-border work in your application materials.
    — “Travel as required throughout the project, including cross-border travel in a region where applicable.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • accurate reporting
  • successful completion of predefined routes
Typical background
automotive testingvehicle testing

Skills & requirements

Required

Vehicle TestingEV ChargingApp Functionality TestingReporting

Preferred

Automotive Industry ExperienceElectric Vehicle Experience

Stack & domain

EV TestingCharging Station TestingApp Functionality TestingTravelSafety-consciousDetail-orientedAutomotiveElectric Vehicles

About the role

Original posting from TSMG via Lever

Job Overview

We are looking for experienced Vehicle Test Drivers to support the testing of new electric vehicles (EVs) in the the targeted region before full scale market launch.

The vehicles are prototypes and will be camouflaged. You will work alongside a client-side engineer and drive the vehicle on predefined routes, visiting selected EV charging stations to test charging availability, app functionality, and the overall charging process.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive prototype EVs on predefined routes across the assigned region.

Visit selected EV charging stations (EVCS).

Check charging station availability through the vehicle/app.

Connect the vehicle to charging stations and verify that the charging process works as expected.

Record and report any issues or unexpected behavior.

Follow predefined testing procedures and routes.

Work closely with a client-side engineer during testing.

Travel as required throughout the project, including cross-border travel in a region where applicable.

Maintain a high level of care and responsibility when operating prototype vehicles.

Requirements:

Valid driver's license and strong driving experience.

Clear Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) for the past 5 years.

Clean criminal background check.

Previous experience in automotive, vehicle testing, mapping, data collection, or similar field projects.

Previous experience with Electric Vehicles (EVs) is strongly preferred.

Comfortable with extensive travel and being away from home for the full duration of the project.

Comfortable working alongside engineers and following detailed testing procedures.

Basic technical and smartphone/app skills.

Willing to complete drug screening and participate in random alcohol testing where required.

Reliable, safety-conscious, and detail-oriented.

Source: TSMG careers (Lever)

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