Durability Test Driver

Technical Professionals Group•Englewood, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Technical Professionals Group (TPG) is seeking a professional test driver to drive designed test routes on public roads while testing intended vehicle failures and prescribed known and unknown deficiencies. The driver observes vehicle performance, ride quality, and component failures, and records observations in logs or electronic data systems as requested. The role works under the general direction of the Project Manager and may receive direction from the TPG Account Manager, where applicable. Routes include highways, neighborhoods, and city roads. The driver must be familiar with Arizona roads and support the Vehicle Test Technician team with troubleshooting data-logging, maneuver, and testing issues. TPG describes its work as testing and validating vehicles for a variety of manufacturers and emphasizes customer results and professional growth for team members. This is a safety-sensitive position. Employees assigned to the activity must be drug-free and pass drug screening before employment. Shifts are not guaranteed and may be canceled due to accidents, maintenance, mechanical failure, or engineer or customer request. Listed schedules are 3:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m. Monday–Friday and 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Monday–Sunday.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
Valid driver's license; a chauffeur's license is preferred but not required.
Clean motor vehicle driving record.
Ability to safely maneuver and operate all types of motor vehicles.
Physical and mental dexterity to handle driving in a proving-grounds environment.
Normal mental coordination and visual attention; good vision, hearing, and motor skills.
Ability to sustain mental and visual attention for extended periods, including in temperature extremes and wet conditions.
Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing.
Good teamwork skills and ability to work with and learn from others.
Must complete a customer-specific driver/data-logging evaluation.
Must be drug-free and successfully pass drug screening before employment.
Able to sit routinely for two or more hours and lift at least 25 pounds.
Familiarity with Arizona roads.

Nice To Haves

Chauffeur's license.

Responsibilities

Perform designed test routes on public roads while conducting prescribed tests involving known and unknown deficiencies and intended vehicle failures.
Observe vehicle performance, ride quality, and component failures, and record observations in logs or electronic data systems as requested.
Track vehicle maneuvers identified by the Vehicle Test Engineer while capturing test data.
Verify that maneuvers were conducted properly and data was captured accurately; provide feedback comparing system performance against requirements.
Follow predetermined routes and instructions.
Provide a written summary for each test drive, when applicable, including at minimum the vehicle driven, miles driven, hours driven, and project number supported.
Support the Vehicle Test Technician team with troubleshooting data-logging, maneuver, and testing issues.