Coolest jobs in automotive

Passionate about cars? Turn that passion into a career! How about turning it into one of the coolest professions out there? Jumpstart your career and accelerate into a job that would make any grease monkey green with envy.

Everyone who has ever broken down in the middle of nowhere has wished they were a car mechanic. That is why this job came in pole position – motor mechanics are essential!

Although millions of people own cars, very few of them will learn how they work. Therefore, all of us will, at some point, be calling the garage asking a mechanic to come to our rescue. To all car mechanics, thanks for keeping us on the road!

Test drivers drive prototype and pre-production vehicles to assess their performance and suitability. With a working knowledge of car mechanics, safety protocol and performance expectations, they feed back to the designers and manufacturers.

Some test drivers work directly for the manufacturer, whereas others drive for independent companies and automotive publications.

Test drivers have one of the coolest careers since they get to test drive the very latest in automotive technology. One week, you could be driving a family car and the next, you could be in the driver’s seat of a high-performance sportscar!

Classic cars hold a special place in the heart of many car enthusiasts. From old Chevys to the Jaguar E-Type to James Bond-esque Aston Martins, the timeless designs never cease to stir up feelings of nostalgia.

The mechanics that work on these legends of the car world have incredibly specialised knowledge. They also garner a lot of respect as they are trusted to work upon some of the world’s rarest and most expensive models.

Classic car restorers all begin their careers by training as an automotive technician. They then hone their skills to become specialised professionals.

Car designers develop the cars of the future, continually formulating vehicular adaptations and improvements. They tend to work in one of three areas: interior design, exterior design or colour and trim. Car designers focus on the needs of the consumer while ensuring their designs embody the company’s values.

To become a designer, you need more than just a knowledge of cars. You need artistic flair and a passion for challenging the norms of design. Successful car designers could find their creations immortalised in the automotive world: forever treasured for their innovative designs and breath-taking beauty.

If you have a passion for cars, writing, and the very latest automotive news, then becoming a journalist is an incredible career choice. Automotive journalists get to travel, test drive new vehicles and attend events that reveal the latest high-performance supercars. Of course, not all journalists get to experience this kind of lifestyle, but those at the top of their profession certainly enjoy a few ‘work perks.’

During a race, the attention does not just fall on the driver. For those obsessed with cars, the pit crew is just as fascinating as the cars they work on and the drivers they help.

Professional pit crews change tires in seconds, adjust the aerodynamics and administer repairs at breakneck speed. The people who make up the pit crew are not official ‘tyre changers’; they are typically team mechanics. This means that you may not be able to apply for a ‘pit crew job,’ but you could join the team with your motor mechanic skills.

If you think about a ‘cool’ job in automotive, nothing compares to a stunt driver. They manoeuvre terrifying obstacles, attempt insane jumps, drive high-performance supercars and perform in epic action movies.

As you can imagine, the drivers who perform these stunts aren’t everyday car owners who love a bit of reckless driving. They are dedicated professionals who match their driving prowess with incredible vehicle knowledge. The drivers understand their vehicles, prioritise safety protocol and are experts in automotive technology.

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