Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies ยท 9 hours ago
Electronics Characterization Engineer II
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$97K/yr - $121K/yr
2+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture focused on creating technology for electric vehicles. The Electronics Characterization Engineer II will be responsible for the design verification and characterization of vehicle electronics, ensuring that the electronics meet module-level requirements through detailed testing and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Develop detailed design verification and characterization test plans for all phases of ECU programs with input from reliability, design, and firmware teams
Lead the execution of characterization testing plans according to project milestones
Own test coverage reports and analysis
Perform bench-level characterization at IC and PCBA levels
Provide early feedback to design engineers regarding design decisions and testability
Develop and present Design for Testability (DFT) reports for ECU designs
Own characterization schedules to communicate status with upper management and cross-functional teams
Write basic automation scripts and instrumentation drivers to speed up characterization testing using Python
Work with software engineers to flash, test, and troubleshoot firmware
Lead the cross-functional effort to root cause non-compliance test results during testing by leveraging data analysis
Qualification
Required
BS/MS or equivalent work experience in Electrical Engineering or related field
2+ years of experience in electronics characterization and validation testing
Experience using lab instrumentation like oscilloscopes, power supplies, electronic loads, digital multimeters, etc
Very good understanding of Electrical Engineering fundamentals
Working knowledge of vehicle electrical systems and communication buses
Experience in scripting and data analysis using Python
Preferred
Familiar with low-level firmware and C programming
Experience in Databricks or similar environment
Experience with automated test equipment
Benefits
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental, and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
Coverage is adequate on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.
Company
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies develops scalable automotive software and technology platforms for multiple vehicle segments.
1001-5000 employees
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