EV Test Driver

TSMG; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

TSMG in Canada/US seeks an experienced Vehicle Test Driver to support testing of prototype electric vehicles ahead of North American market launch. You will drive prototypes on predefined routes and test charging stations, app functionality, and charging processes.

Working with a client-side engineer, you will travel extensively across the region, including cross-border travel, and report issues while following detailed procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Clear MVR for the past 5 years.
• Background check and drug screening.
• Experience in automotive testing, mapping, data collection, or related field projects preferred.
• Willing to travel extensively and be away from home for the project duration.

Responsibilities

• Drive prototype EVs on predefined routes across the assigned region.
• Visit selected EV charging stations and test charging availability via vehicle/app.
• Connect the vehicle to charging stations and verify charging processes.
• Record and report any issues or unexpected behavior observed during testing.
• Follow predefined testing procedures and routes and coordinate with a client-side engineer.
• Travel as required, including cross-border travel between the US and Canada.
• Maintain safety-conscious and detail-oriented approach when operating prototype vehicles.

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.