Vehicle Test Driver - Ormond Beach, FL
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 1, 2026. Applus+ IDIADA scores B on the Alion truth index.
Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry, supporting its clients in their product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing and homologation services. As a TOP Employer certified company, we have a large team of more than 3000 professionals drawn from over 22 countries, as well as an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 25 countries which ensures that our clients get customized, added-value solutions. IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a career in one of the worldwide leading automotive engineering companies.
At Applus IDIADA we are looking for talent to help us shaping the mobility of tomorrow with safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. With presence in 22 countries, we offer job positions around the world and internal / transversal mobility within the company. The automotive sector is currently living a moment of deep technological change. At IDIADA, we focus on constant innovation to adapt our services’ portfolio to an ever-changing environment. Therefore, as part of our team, we expect you to be dynamic and eager to learn and grow with us.
If you want an opportunity to challenge yourself and enhance your technical skills, to work in a thriving environment and to work alongside world-leading experts, then apply for one of our vacancies.
Driver Operator
Applus IDIADA is seeking Driver Operators to join our team. The ideal candidate is technically adept and possesses general knowledge of the automotive industry and its products. The driver would be responsible for gathering data to customer specifications across North America, and documenting observations in a clear and detailed manner through our Data Acquisition system.
Responsibilities
- Carry out various driving services on vehicles in line with customer specifications.
- Drive and operate vehicles across a pre-defined routes through various terrain and weather conditions.
- Perform predatory activities before shift, including but not limited to inspection of the vehicle before and after shift completion.
- Manage data acquisition systems to ensure accurate data retrieval.
- Drive vehicles in a safe manner and following traffic regulations.
- Follow instructions provided by project manager.
- Perform reporting activities daily and when required by the program manager.
- Maintain all documentation with utmost confidentiality.
- Support the acquisition of data and implement proper tagging techniques to document objects, obstacles, and anomalies found during data acquisition.
Duration - This project is expected to last 4-5 months with consecutive projects thereafter.
Work location is in Ormond Beach, FL
(Note: These tasks are not intended to be all-inclusive. You may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the company)
Qualifications
- High School diploma
- 5 years of licensed driving experience
- Must have current Driver's License and a clean driving record for a minimum of 3 years.
- Experience working with ADAS features highly preferred.
Job Functions:
- Must be physically able to support test preparation and execution in an outdoor environment.
- Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work extended hours and weekends.
- Possess a valid driver’s license and clean vehicle driving record.
- Meet all workplace health and safety requirements and practices.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds able to drive passenger vehicles up to 8 hours a day.
Schedule:
- Monday to Sunday
- 2:30pm-11:30pm
- Saturday and Sunday
- 6am-3:00pm
***These are the only days/shifts available***
APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.