Professional Test Driver
About The Position
VinFast is a pioneering electric vehicle (EV) company committed to revolutionizing the automotive industry with sustainable and innovative mobility solutions. As a leading player in the EV market, VinFast is dedicated to delivering high -quality, cutting -edge electric vehicles that redefine the driving experience. Our team comprises passionate professionals driven by a shared vision of creating a greener and more sustainable future through innovation, technology, and excellence. As part of our newly approved Global OrgChart, we are looking for 2 experienced Professional Test Drivers to join the CTF US team. This role plays a critical part in evaluating vehicle and bus performance, ensuring product readiness, and supporting quality validation activities.
Requirements
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident only
- Work location: Irvine, CA
- Valid CDL Class A or B with “P” endorsement (Passenger Bus)
- Minimum 5 years of professional on -road test driving experience across multiple OEMs (including bus OEMs)
- Technical College graduate or higher in Automotive Engineering, Mechanics, Electrical, or related fields
- Clean driving record with advanced and defensive driving skills
- Strong understanding of customer behavior, market expectations, and vehicle competitiveness
- Excellent analytical, reporting, presentation, and problem -solving skills
- Flexible to work various shifts and eager to learn new skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Data Acquisition Systems is a strong plus
Responsibilities
- Inspect and verify the condition of vehicles/buses and attached materials using standard checklists before and after each shift
- Drive test vehicles/buses to evaluate performance, competitiveness, and customer readiness
- Achieve target mileage per testing standards and project gate requirements
- Simulate real customer usage scenarios based on market insights and real -world driving conditions
- Prepare detailed evaluation reports and document identified issues
- Identify engineering -related issues, capture logs, and collect relevant test data
- Perform basic vehicle/bus preparation (software updates, configurations, health checks)
- Conduct competitor bench -marking and performance comparison
- Support team operations between driving cycles
- Perform light maintenance and minor repairs when required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
