automotive test driver

Automotive test drivers drive prototype and pre-production vehicles and assess their performance, safety and comfort. They test the models in various driving situations and prepare reports to help engineers improve their designs and identify problems. They can work for manufacturers, independent vehicle test organisations or automotive magazines.

Alternative Labels

automotive test technician

automobile test and development driver

car test and development driver

road test and development driver

prototype vehicle evaluator

automobile test technician

auto test driver

car test technician

test driver

car tester

automobile test driver

motor vehicle test driver

prototype vehicle tester

car test driver

road test driver

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

record test data perform test run drive vehicles liaise with engineers control the performance of the vehicle work ergonomically wear appropriate protective gear

Essential Knowledge

car controls mechanics of motor vehicles types of vehicles health and safety measures in transportation mechanics

Optional Skills and Competences

conduct performance measurement drive motor vehicle prototypes test motor vehicles under demanding conditions maintain records related to vehicle operation conduct performance tests drive at high speeds use testing equipment present reports adjust engineering designs execute vehicle maintenance

Optional Knowledge

aerodynamics vehicle type-approval ergonomics

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/295dbed9-0330-42af-8650-f9296c6eb195

Status

released

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