Rivian · 2 days ago
Staff Hardware Test Engineer, Power Electronics
Carson, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $156K/yr
3+ years expRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, focusing on emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. The Staff Hardware Test Engineer will be crucial in designing and developing automated test stations for power electronic equipment, collaborating with engineers to improve testing processes and equipment.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Design and develop custom electronic test equipment to support validation, end of line, and production testing of inverters, on board chargers, DC fast chargers, and other inhouse electrical products
Design and develop functional test equipment for printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA)
Document test equipment designs via electrical wiring schematics
Work closely with the engineering project teams to ensure test equipment designs align with the software and hardware requirements
Participate in design reviews, requirement reviews, DFMEAs, PFMEAs and Hazard Analyses
Direct activities of prototype build lab personnel during fabrication of the test equipment
Develop test procedures defining specific test setup requirements and instructions
Perform data analysis and generate reports
Utilize standard electronic test equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators and power analyzers
Use sensors such as thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, pressure gauges, and flow meters
Support technical root cause analysis and resolution of issues found during testing
Qualification
Required
BS in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
3+ years' experience designing unit or circuit board functional test equipment
3+ years' experience designing test equipment for electronics. High voltage power electronics preferred
Ability to create schematics using design software tools such as Altium and AutoCAD Electrical
Familiarity with modular test instruments and National Instruments I/O Systems (PXI, cDAQ)
Knowledge of and experience with computer hardware, communication, and bus protocols (RS232, CAN, GPIB, Ethernet, USB)
Hands-on experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting complex issues with minimal supervision
Familiarity with environmental test setups and test error proofing
Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment
Self-motivated: Demonstrated ability to set direction and guide the team towards it
Preferred
PCB design experience preferred
Programming ability in LabVIEW is a plus
Benefits
Rivian 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
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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