Test Driver – Automotive Field Test
Description
1. Position Overview
The Field Test Driver is responsible for operating the test vehicle during on-road testing of automotive software features based on predefined routes and scenarios provided by the project team. The driver must ensure absolute safety, strictly comply with Taiwan traffic regulations, and coordinate closely with the testers onboard.
This is a specialized driving role dedicated to an on-car field testing project, not a regular chauffeur service.
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2. Key Responsibilities
2.1. Drive According to Field Test Routes
- Drive the test vehicle along predefined test routes including city roads, highways, mountain roads, tunnels, residential areas, and other designated segments.
- Maintain stable and consistent speeds as required for each test case (e.g., 30–40 km/h, maintain 60 km/h, perform gradual acceleration/deceleration).
- Strictly follow all Taiwan traffic laws and safety instructions provided by the project team.
2.2. Support Testers During On-Car Testing
- Stop or park at specific locations as requested by testers for logging or verification.
- Repeat test routes or specific segments when needed for re-testing.
- Maintain a quiet and stable environment inside the vehicle (no unnecessary noise or music).
2.3. Basic Safety Checks
- Perform routine safety checks before and after each test session: tire condition, lights, mirrors, cameras, windshield visibility, and fuel level.
- Immediately report any safety-related issues to the project team.
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3. Driver Requirements
3.1. License & Legal Compliance
- Must hold a valid Taiwan Car Driving License.
- Clean driving record with no major traffic violations in the past 3 years.
3.2. Experience
- Minimum 2–3 years of professional driving experience.
- Experience in R&D road testing or route-based driving is preferred.
3.3. Skills
- Smooth driving style with excellent speed control.
- Strong situational awareness and safe handling in unexpected scenarios.
- Ability to cooperate closely with testers and follow operational instructions.
3.4. Attitude & Professionalism
- Punctual, reliable, and professional.
- No smoking; no alcohol or stimulants before or during work.
- Able to handle long driving hours or repeated routes when required.
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4. Working Conditions
- Working hours follow the project’s test schedule (typically 08:00–17:00 or based on the test plan).
- Early morning or late evening driving may be required depending on test scenarios.
- Main testing areas: Taipei, Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Taichung, or other designated locations.