Rivian · 1 month ago
Staff Systems Test and Integration Engineer - Thermal
US-CA-Irvine
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$171K/yr - $214K/yr
5+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders focused on advancing electric vehicle technology. The Staff Systems Test and Integration Engineer will lead testing and integration of new features, ensuring quality and efficiency in software for new vehicle platforms.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead test and integration of new features in areas of dynamics/propulsion and thermal controls
Lead efforts to bring up software to support new vehicle platforms, working closely with systems engineers and software developers
Lead efforts to root-cause bugs identified during test and integration; propose elegant and robust solutions to address issues identified
Identify gaps, opportunities for improving testing efficiency and processes
Review results of regression testing, identify critical issues and propose path to resolution
Define and execute vehicle level test cases
Ensure comprehensive catalog of regression test cases exist to ensure quality of released software
Predict integration issues ahead of time and take action to mitigate risks
Qualification
Required
A degree in either Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering
5+ years experience with test and integration of software in an automotive setting
Strong understanding of thermal domains in an automotive setting required
Experience scripting with Python, coding with C/C++
Experience bringing together engineers, cross-functional stakeholders to arrive at effective technical solutions to problems
Ability to thrive under pressure and apply creative and critical thinking to deliver exceptional results
Good team player with excellent communication skills
Travel up to 25%
Preferred
Experience testing vehicles at proving grounds is a plus
Proven track record of solving problems using first principles
Benefits
Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment.
Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Company
Rivian
Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
10001+ employees
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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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