Rivian · 5 months ago
Sr. Test and Validation Engineer
Torrance, California
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$98K/yr - $123K/yr
3+ years expRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, focusing on emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. As a Sr Test and Validation Engineer, you will be a key contributor to the charging and energy test team, responsible for planning and executing tests on current and next generation charging systems while collaborating closely with various engineering teams.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
In this position you will develop and maintain the end-to-end validation plan of Rivian’s Charging & Energy products
Work closely with the software and hardware engineering teams to understand test requirements
Develop test procedures to define instructions on test setup and execution
Design and modify test fixtures and instrumentation for charging equipment testing
Provide direction to lab personnel (both internal and external) in setting up and executing system tests
Work with multiple external lab partners to setup, execute, and monitor testing
Participate in design reviews, requirement reviews, DFMEAs, PFMEAs and Hazard Analyses
Support hands on technical root cause analysis and resolution of issues found during testing
Log and manage software and hardware issues to resolution
Lead tear down analysis and post processing of hardware at end of test
Work with appropriate teams to convey learnings to feed back into requirements
Qualification
Required
BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
3+ years of experience leading validation efforts in automotive or high-power product field
Experience in test planning and execution from program inception to final validation signoff
Skilled in hands-on hardware and software testing at a system level
Prior experience in test plan development, equipment selection and test execution
Familiarity with CAN, Ethernet, Linux, LabView
Hands on approach to testing, debugging, and troubleshooting
Experience working with medium and high voltage systems up to 1000VDC
Strong technical communication and documentation skills
Exposure to industry standards such as MIL-STD-50G, UL 2202, UL 50E
Exposure to ISO 17025, ILAC, or A2LA Laboratory accreditation standards and practices a plus
Familiarity with test automation is a plus
10-20% domestic and/or international travel
Company
Rivian
Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$21.93BKey Investors
Volkswagen GroupUS Department of EnergyIllinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity
2025-06-30Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2024-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $6.6B
2024-05-02Grant· $827M
Leadership Team
Robert Scaringe
Chief Executive Officer
Claire McDonough
Chief Financial Officer
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