EV Test Driver

TSMG; France; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lever, Inc. seeks experienced Vehicle Test Drivers to support EV prototype testing across designated regions in France. You will drive camouflaged prototypes with a client-side engineer, visit charging stations to test availability, and verify app and charging workflows. Travel, cross-border excursions, and careful operation are essential.

The role emphasizes meticulous data collection, issue recording, and adherence to testing procedures throughout the project duration.

Qualifications

• Valid driving license with strong driving experience.
• MVR clear for past 5 years and clean criminal background.
• Comfortable working with engineers and following testing procedures.
• Willing to travel extensively and work on prototype EV projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive prototype EVs on predefined routes in the assigned region.
• Visit selected EV charging stations and test charging availability.
• Connect to chargers and verify charging process works as expected.
• Record issues and report unexpected vehicle behavior.
• Follow testing procedures and routes, in collaboration with engineers.
• Travel as required, including cross-border travel when applicable.
• Maintain safety and responsibility while operating prototype vehicles.

Skills

Driving experience

MVR clean

Background check

EV experience

Travel availability

Team collaboration

Detail orientation

Drug screening

Job description

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.