Road Tester
ろーどてすたー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that involves actually driving automobiles in the manufacturing stage or under development to evaluate their performance, safety, and quality.
Description
Road testers are specialists who test drive vehicles during development or after production at automobile manufacturers or testing facilities, evaluating acceleration performance, braking performance, ride comfort, durability, etc. Tests are conducted on test courses, public roads, environmental test rooms, etc., using various sensors and measuring instruments to acquire data. The acquired data is analyzed, and the presence or absence of defects and improvement points are summarized in reports, supporting improvements in vehicle reliability in collaboration with development and quality control departments.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of autonomous driving and electrification, the demand for vehicle testing is increasing. Collaboration with sensor and simulation technologies is becoming important, and expertise is required.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Curious and Inquisitive / Sharp Observation Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Laboratory Work / Project-based / Public Road Testing / Shift Work
Career Path
Road Tester → Senior Road Tester → Test Team Leader → Quality Control Engineer → Development Engineer
Required Skills
Advanced Driving Skills / Data Analysis / Knowledge of Safety Standards and Regulations / Report Writing / Test Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Automotive Engineering Basics / Programming (Data Processing) / Reading English Literature / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To analyze acquired driving data and identify issues. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention is needed to not miss subtle performance differences or unusual noises. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is needed to endure long hours of driving and tests in harsh environments. |
| Problem Solving | Because investigation of causes of defects occurring during tests and proposal of countermeasures are required. |
Related Qualifications
- Regular Automobile Driver's License
Aliases
- Road Test Driver
- Road Test Engineer
Related Jobs
- Mechanic
- Quality Control Engineer
- Vehicle Inspector