Vehicle Test Editor - Edmunds.com

At Edmunds we’re driven to make car buying easier. Ever since we began publishing printed car guides in the 60’s, the company has been in the business of trust, innovating ways to empower and support car shoppers. When Edmunds launched the car industry’s first Internet site in 1994, we established a leadership position online and have never looked back. Now, as one of the most trusted review sites on the Internet, millions of visitors use our research, shopping and buying tools every month to make an easy and informed decision on their next car. For consumers, we bring peace of mind. For dealers, we make tools to help them solve their problems and sell more cars. How do we do it, you ask? The key ingredients are our enthusiastic employees, progressive company culture and cutting-edge technology. Want to join the team? Read on to find out how!

What You’re Applying For:

As a Vehicle Test Editor at Edmunds, you will play a vital role on America's Best Test Team, crafting some of the most important and widely read content on our site. When car shoppers seek reliable, trustworthy information about new cars, trucks, and SUVs, they turn to the informed insights of our editorial team.

In this position, you'll conduct instrumented vehicle testing at the Edmunds Test Track and perform real-world range and charge assessments on electric vehicles. This quantitative data is crucial for shaping every vehicle rating and ranking on our platform. You will also be a key content creator, expected to be knowledgeable and unbiased while effectively connecting with car shoppers.

Your writing must be clear and engaging, cutting through the noise to help shoppers discover the right vehicle for their needs.

What You’ll Do:

• Evaluate and Rate Vehicles: Assess new cars to determine their strengths, weaknesses, and overall competitiveness.
• Instrumented Testing: Assist in weekly instrumented tests at the Edmunds Test Track in Carson, CA.
• EV Range and Charging Tests: Perform real-world electric vehicle range and charging tests.
• Data Post-Processing: Process raw vehicle test data according to Edmunds and SAE standards.
• Industry Representation: Attend and report on industry events as an Edmunds representative, building relationships with industry insiders.
• Content Creation: Write and update content to provide Edmunds users with the information they need to make smart buying decisions.
• Long-Term Testing Support: Work independently and cooperatively with stakeholders to generate timely and insightful content about cars in the Edmunds test fleet.
• Video Production: Potentially assist in producing videos as a high-performance driver and/or on-camera talent for single-car reviews, vehicle comparison tests, and first-drive press events.

What You Need:

• Seasoned Professional: A seasoned career in automotive journalism with a proven record of high-quality vehicle evaluations across various market segments.
• High-Performance Driving: High-performance driving experience and excellent car control.
• Writing Skills: High-level writing skills that make complex data engaging and accessible.
• Passion for Data: A strong interest in vehicle dynamics and electric vehicle range and charge testing.
• Technical Aptitude: Solid grasp of technical concepts and good troubleshooting skills.
• Bonus Skills: Knowledge of Racelogic VBox hardware/software is a plus.
• Driving Requirements: Driving is integral to this role; applicants must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check and meet the requirements of the Edmunds Policy on Authorized Driving.
• Experience: B.S. Mechanical Engineering or similar, preferred. Minimum of 4 years in the field.

The compensation range for this position is $76,200 - $132,904 per year. The base pay will take into account internal equity as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. In addition, Edmunds offers full-time employees a comprehensive total rewards package including the benefits listed below.

Edmunds Perks:

• Flexible time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Employees) and Health Savings Accounts (Employee and Employer Contributions)
• 401K Plan with company matching at 100%, up to 6% of eligible salary with immediate vesting
• Stock purchase program
• CarMax vehicle discount
• Up to 4 months Paid Parental Leave
• HeartCash matches employee donations to the causes that are important to them
• 2 Days of Paid Time Off for time to dedicate to social impact causes
• FitCash covers a portion of gym or fitness activity fees
• Well being sessions and events such as yoga, meditation and walking challenges
• On-going career development sessions and an annual learning event
• Pet insurance
• Sabbatical leave
• Education Reimbursement
• Pre-tax spending accounts for qualified transportation expenses
• Plus a coffee bar, frozen yogurt and more!

Working @ Edmunds.com:

Meet the Editorial Team

Employees think it’s a pretty great place to work and some pretty impressive publications think it is too: we have been recognized as one of the best places to work by Fortune Magazine, Great Places to Work, LA Business Journal, Newsweek, Computerworld, Built in LA, Inc. Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Business Week Magazine, and Architectural Record. We've also been identified as one of the best workplaces specifically in Technology, for Diversity and Asian Americans, and as a Newsweek Most Loved Workplace for LGBTQ+ employees. If you’re interested in learning more and joining our mission, we’d love to hear from you!

Edmunds will consider for employment qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.

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