Project Manager - Vehicle Durability / Field Operational Test

At least 5 years of experience in field operations management, public road durability testing or automotive testing programs (preferred).

Demonstrated experience with ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) or autonomous vehicle testing projects.

Proven track record managing multi-site operations with distributed teams across multiple geographic locations.

Familiarity with safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and risk management in automotive or testing environments.

Passion for automotive technology and commitment to advancing the future of mobility.

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.

Meet all workplace health and safety requirements and practices.

This role requires the ability to sit, stand, and work for extended periods of time in an office setting.

This role may require occasional travel

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a large-scale autonomous vehicle testing program across multiple locations in the United States.

This role will oversee comprehensive field operational test (FOT) activities involving a substantial fleet of test vehicles equipped with advanced sensor systems for data collection.

This position requires strong leadership skills, technical understanding of autonomous vehicle systems, and the ability to manage complex logistics across distributed operations.

The project's success will create potential future opportunities for the Project Manager for business growth in different engineering fields in the United States, with support from international teams from IDIADA Headquarters and other IDIADA Business Units.

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.