Autopilot Test Specialist & Driver (m/f/d) - Santa Oliva, Spain

We are looking for a hands-on driver who wants to spend most of their working day behind the wheel of a Tesla, executing both homologation tests (UNECE and similar regulated procedures) and exploratory scenarios designed to challenge Autopilot in development. The right person is a confident, technically-minded driver who stays genuinely calm when a prototype system misbehaves at speed. When something goes wrong - an unexpected vehicle response, a rig that won’t cooperate, a scenario that isn’t reproducing - you are creative, solution-oriented, and inspiring to the people around you on the track. You are motivated by driving and by testing - not by the desire to design test frameworks or analyse fleet data yourself. The role is full-time and on-site, and requires flexibility to travel (up to 40%) to domestic and international test tracks, proving grounds, and public-road test locations on a fluid schedule. Please note: We require an English version of your CV to be submitted with your application. This is a hands-on operational role, not a software, data, or systems engineering position. If you want to design test methods, analyse fleet data, or develop Autopilot algorithms, this is not the right role.

Responsibilities

Spend approximately 70% of your working day behind the wheel - executing homologation procedures (UNECE and similar) and exploratory Autopilot scenarios on the proving ground and on defined public-road routes. System misbehaviour is expected; keeping the vehicle, yourself, and the equipment safe when it happens is the core skill of this job. Set up and tear down test scenarios on-track - position and operate soft-target dummies (pedestrians, cyclists, vehicles), and configure lane markings, cones, and props to match the test plan. Operate specialist test equipment - self-moving platforms, steering and brake robots, and data-logging tools. When a rig misbehaves or a setup doesn’t quite fit the scenario, work the problem on the spot rather than stopping the campaign. Follow test scripts precisely and repeatably Report observed system behaviour cleanly and factually to the engineering team so the data is actually usable. Keep the test fleet, targets, sensors, and rigs in ready-to-use condition so testing isn’t held up. Tow trailered equipment to and from test locations as needed. Maintain confidentiality with respect to prototype hardware and software, unreleased vehicle programs, or any other Tesla internal information Follow all track safety protocols and contribute to a safety-first culture on site. Pitch in on other Autopilot engineering test activities as campaigns shift

Requirements

Advanced driving skill, demonstrably beyond a standard road licence. Strong indicators: track-day experience, regular go-karting, racing or rally licence, professional driver training, emergency-services or military driving background, or a documented advanced-driving qualification. A calm, methodical temperament under pressure, paired with a creative, solution-oriented mindset when things go wrong - able to react correctly at speed and to problem-solve when a rig, procedure, or vehicle doesn’t behave as expected. Inspiring to work with on a hard test day. Comfort operating technical equipment and following written test procedures precisely and repeatably. Comfortable with repetitive vehicle manoeuvres Basic familiarity with vehicle mechanics or electronics - enough to spot when something is off before you drive it, and to communicate the symptom clearly. Technical vocational training or a Bachelor’s in a technical field is a nice foundation, but neither is required if you can show the right hands-on driving and equipment background. Highly organized and self-directed - comfortable with a schedule that shifts week to week (sometimes day to day), including occasional night or weekend work. Physically able to work outdoors in all weather and to lift and position test equipment (up to ~20 kg). Fluent English (working language of the team); Spanish is a plus. Valid EU driver’s licence and clean driving record. A valid EU trailer licence (BE class or equivalent) is required, or willingness to obtain one shortly after joining. Nice to have Prior experience with ADAS or vehicle test equipment (steering/brake robots, data acquisition systems, or similar). Motorsport, driving-instructor, or professional-driver background. Familiarity with UNECE active-safety regulations (R79, R152, R171, or similar).