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Subjective Test Driver (FULL-TIME w/BENEFITS)

Smithers – Transportation & Energy

Accountable for the following responsibilities listed below.

• Schedules, coordinates and executes the following for our customers:
  • Subjective Evaluation (Primary):
    • Noise and ride
    • Wet and dry handling
    • Off-road
    • Hydroplaning
    • Other specialized testing by request
  • Objective Evaluation (Secondary):
    • Pass by noise
    • Objective NVH measurement
    • Vehicle braking
    • Traction trailer testing and support
    • Engineering support including new test development
  • Ability to prioritize and manage time and resources effectively and in collaboration with engineering staff.
  • Ability to carry out assignments in a logical fashion using existing technology and standardized methods.
  • Provides quality data on time with a high level of customer service to meet product development deadlines.
  • Coordinates and participates in product demonstrations to tire dealers and the media.
  • Communicates with customers to understand their needs and convey results.
  • Reports results in an orderly and timely fashion.
  • Maintains driver certification and provides training to others.
  • Willing and able to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% to 20% of the time.
  • Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in science required, engineering preferred.
• Automotive industry experience required.
• Five (5) or more years of performance driving and tire testing/evaluation experience required.
• Understanding of automotive functions and vehicle dynamics relative to tire test performance.
• Knowledge of data acquisition and vehicle instrumentation required.
• Knowledge of standard tire evaluation techniques and ratings including terminology.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

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