Performance Test Driver - German Speaker

About Goodyear

We’re dedicated to producing, innovating, and servicing the best tires in the world. For over 125 years, Goodyear has led the way in developing smart solutions that shape the future of mobility. Today, we’re one global team united by bold thinking, relentless drive, and a passion to exceed expectations. If you’re ready to embrace change and make an impact in your career, let’s go.

Why This Role Matters

As a Performance Test Driver, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance for our vehicles and virtual testing environments. Your contributions directly impact the improvement of vehicle performance and help shape the future of automotive testing. By executing detailed tests and providing valuable feedback, you will be an integral part of a team committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and safety in the automotive industry.

What You’ll Do

• Perform and evaluate performance tests (objective, subjective, treadwear support) in the respective area (passenger, light truck).
• Prepare the vehicle and test environment: check and set up test conditions according to work instructions, manage tire mounting, and ensure proper vehicle maintenance and instrumentation.
• Execute tests on time, following instructions from the lead engineer/test scheduler, and provide timely support with tire changes when needed to maintain operations.
• Issue test reports within one day after test execution, documenting all findings and results.
• Adhere to and proactively improve safety procedures, ensuring that each test is conducted in a safe and compliant environment.
• Maintain and update data in performance testing databases, and communicate any tire behavior issues or process improvements to the team.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of testing procedures, work instructions, and quality systems.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong experience and understanding of performance testing, either in vehicles or virtual environments.
• A meticulous eye for detail and commitment to adhering to safety standards and quality systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and propose solutions quickly.
• Ability to work independently and manage your time efficiently to meet test deadlines.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement projects and technical initiatives.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to document test results and communicate findings effectively.
• A passion for continuous learning and the ability to bring new technical knowledge and expertise into your daily work.
• Availability for traveling up to around 50% of your working time
• Fluency in English and German

Note: We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every listed qualification, we encourage you to apply.

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Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 68,000 people and manufactures its products in 51 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to Goodyear.com.

Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.