EV Test Driver

TSMG Holding; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

TSMG Holding is seeking experienced Vehicle Test Drivers to support testing of new electric vehicles (EVs) in the US and Canada before their North American market launch. You will drive prototypes on predefined routes, visit EV charging stations, and test charging availability, app functionality, and the overall charging process.

You will work alongside a client-side engineer, record and report issues, and adhere to testing procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Strong attention to detail and safety mindset.
• Experience with automotive testing or data collection is a plus.
• Familiarity with EVs and charging apps is preferred.
• Willingness to travel extensively and stay away from home as needed.
• Able to work with engineers and follow complex testing procedures.
• Comfort with using smartphones and related apps during testing.
• Willing to undergo drug screening and random alcohol testing as required.

Responsibilities

• Drive prototype EVs on predefined routes across the assigned region.
• Visit selected EV charging stations to test charging availability and app functionality.
• Check charging station availability through the vehicle/app and verify charging processes.
• Record and report issues or unexpected behavior during tests.
• Follow predefined testing procedures and routes and coordinate with engineers.

Skills

Driving experience

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Smartphone/app skills

Willing to travel

Education

Valid driver's license

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