EV Test Driver

TSMG Holding; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

TSMG Holding is seeking experienced Vehicle Test Drivers to support testing of new electric prototypes in the US and Canada before market launch. You will drive prototype EVs on predefined routes, visit charging stations to test availability, app functionality, and the charging process, working with a client-side engineer.

The role requires extensive travel across North America, a clear MVR, a clean background, and the ability to follow detailed procedures while reporting issues.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license and strong driving experience.
• Clear MVR for the past 5 years.
• Clean criminal background check.
• Experience in automotive testing, mapping, data collection or similar field projects.
• EV experience strongly preferred.
• Able to travel extensively and be away from home for the full project duration.
• Comfortable working with engineers and following detailed testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drive prototype EVs on predefined routes across the assigned region.
• Visit selected EV charging stations and test charging availability.
• Check charging station availability through the vehicle/app.
• Connect the vehicle to charging stations and verify charging process.
• Record and report any issues or unexpected behavior.
• Follow predefined testing procedures and routes.
• Work closely with a client-side engineer during testing.
• Travel throughout the project, including cross-border travel US/Canada as applicable.
• Maintain a high level of care and responsibility when operating prototype vehicles.

Skills

Driving experience

Valid driver's license

MVR check

Criminal background check

EV familiarity

Travel readiness

Team collaboration

Technical savvy

Tools

GPS mapping

Smartphone apps

Testing tools

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for experienced Vehicle Test Drivers to support the testing of new electric vehicles (EVs) in the US and Canada before their North American 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 between the US and Canada 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