ADAS Test Driver

TSMG Holding; Wellington; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A data collection company in Wellington is seeking an ADAS Tester to evaluate vehicle safety and automation features. Responsibilities include testing ADAS technologies under various conditions, logging data, and providing feedback. Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license. This role requires strong attention to detail and effective communication skills. Flexible shifts, including nights and weekends, are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be at least twenty-one years old.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate/test vehicles with ADAS technology in various conditions.
• Monitor and evaluate ADAS performance including lane-keeping assist.
• Conduct driving tests ensuring safety and compliance.
• Log test data and report anomalies.
• Complete accurate test reports documenting observations.
• Work flexible shifts including nights and weekends.

Skills

Proficiency with laptop and Office applications

Experience with handheld devices

Strong attention to detail

Effective communication with engineering teams

Job description

Company Description

Terry Soot Management Group (TSMG) is a field data collection company founded in 2017 in Europe. We collect data where automation is not possible. We count features, take pictures, make videos, record speech, and scan areas for every detail you need to make more informed decisions. Our field data collection teams are spread across Europe, North America, and Asia, ready to accept new challenges.

Role Overview: The ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) Tester is responsible for testing and evaluating vehicle safety and automation features, including collecting data and providing feedback on the performance of ADAS technologies.

Eligibility:

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years old
• Possess a valid driver’s license

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate/test vehicles equipped with ADAS technology on various predefined and undefined routes in different environmental conditions
• Monitor and evaluate ADAS performance, including lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, emergency braking, and other automated driving features
• Conduct manual and autonomous driving tests while ensuring safety and compliance with testing protocols
• Log test data, report anomalies, and provide detailed feedback to engineering and development teams
• Complete timely and accurate test reports documenting observations and system performance
• Work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts
• Maintain high safety standards inside and outside the vehicle

Necessary Skills:

• Proficiency with a laptop and Office applications (i.e., Gmail, Sheets, and Docs)
• Experience using handheld devices/touchscreen smartphones
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to provide clear and concise feedback
• Ability to follow test protocols and communicate effectively with engineering teams

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional standing, walking, and long periods of sitting
• Ability to use hands to handle devices, feel controls, and communicate effectively
• Ability to climb stairs and/or ladders when necessary
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds
• Must have strong vision, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Most work is accomplished outdoors in a vehicle

If you are passionate about cutting-edge vehicle technology and enjoy working in a dynamic testing environment, we encourage you to apply!