ISCO Occupation Group 7543.2 Automotive Test Driver
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
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.
Essential Skills
- Perform Test Run
- Record Test Data
- Mechanics
- Liaise With Engineers
- Control The Performance Of The Vehicle
- Car Controls
- Types Of Vehicles
- Mechanics Of Motor Vehicles
- Health And Safety Measures In Transportation
- Wear Appropriate Protective Gear
- Drive Vehicles
- Work Ergonomically
Optional Skills
- Maintain Records Related To Vehicle Operation
- Conduct Performance Measurement
- Use Testing Equipment
- Aerodynamics
- Test Motor Vehicles Under Demanding Conditions
- Execute Vehicle Maintenance
- Adjust Engineering Designs
- Ergonomics
- Drive At High Speeds
- Present Reports
- Conduct Performance Tests
- Drive Motor Vehicle Prototypes
Alternative Names
- 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
