Vehicle Test Driver

Applus+ IDIADA; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Applus+ IDIADA is looking for Driver Operators in Auburn, Washington. This role involves operating vehicles across North America while gathering data for customer specifications. Ideal candidates should have extensive driving experience and knowledge of the automotive industry.

The successful applicant must be flexible with their schedule and willing to work long hours and on weekends. Experience with ADAS features is preferred, making this a great opportunity for those passionate about automotive technology.

Qualifications

• 5 years of licensed driving experience required.
• Must have a current Driver's License and a clean driving record for at least 3 years.
• Experience working with ADAS features highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out driving services per customer specifications.
• Drive and operate vehicles across various conditions.
• Ensure accurate data retrieval through data acquisition systems.

Skills

Driving experience

Knowledge of automotive industry

Data acquisition skills

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry, supporting its clients in their product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing and homologation services. As a TOP Employer certified company, we have a large team of more than 3000 professionals drawn from over 22 countries, as well as an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 25 countries which ensures that our clients get customized, added‑value solutions. IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a career in one of the worldwide leading automotive engineering companies.

At Applus IDIADA we are looking for talent to help us shape the mobility of tomorrow with safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. With presence in 22 countries, we offer job positions around the world and internal / transversal mobility within the company. The automotive sector is currently living a moment of deep technological change. At IDIADA, we focus on constant innovation to adapt our services’ portfolio to an ever‑changing environment. Therefore, as part of our team, we expect you to be dynamic and eager to learn and grow with us.

If you want an opportunity to challenge yourself and enhance your technical skills, to work in a thriving environment and to work alongside world‑leading experts, then apply for one of our vacancies.

Job Description

Applus IDIADA is seeking Driver Operators to join our team. The ideal candidate is technically adept and possesses general knowledge of the automotive industry and its products. The driver will be responsible for gathering data to customer specifications across North America, and documenting observations in a clear and detailed manner through our Data Acquisition system.

Responsibilities

• Carry out various driving services on vehicles in line with customer specifications.
• Drive and operate vehicles across a pre‑defined route through various terrain and weather conditions.
• Perform pre‑shift activities including, but not limited to, inspection of the vehicle before and after shift completion.
• Manage data acquisition systems to ensure accurate data retrieval.
• Drive vehicles in a safe manner and following traffic regulations.
• Follow instructions provided by the project manager.
• Perform reporting activities daily and when required by the program manager.
• Maintain all documentation with utmost confidentiality.
• Support the acquisition of data and implement proper tagging techniques to document objects, obstacles, and anomalies found during data acquisition.

Duration – TBD, but must be flexible and willing to be on the road for 1‑2 weeks at a time. This project is expected to last 4‑5 months with consecutive projects thereafter.

Qualifications

• High School diploma
• 5 years of licensed driving experience
• Must have current Driver's License and a clean driving record for a minimum of 3 years.
• Experience working with ADAS features highly preferred.

Additional Information

• Must be physically able to support test preparation and execution in an outdoor environment.
• Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work extended hours and weekends.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and clean vehicle driving record.
• Meet all workplace health and safety requirements and practices.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and drive passenger vehicles up to 8 hours a day.

Schedule

Monday to Sunday

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.