Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies ยท 3 weeks ago
Staff Electrical Hardware Technical Program Manager, ECU
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$167K/yr - $209K/yr
6+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture focused on the future of electric vehicles through innovative technology. The Staff Electrical Hardware Technical Program Manager will oversee the development and delivery of electronic control units, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams to meet project goals.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Work closely with the Electrical Hardware Design team to create engineering and delivery schedules, closely track engineering progress, and deliveries against overall vehicle deliverable schedules
Responsible for driving custom module developments with in-house PCBA designs and mechanical assemblies
Identify programmatic risks and work to mitigate and reduce exposure, championing and raising issues and removing roadblocks to hit timing
Work with the vehicle line, software, electrical and other teams to identify, come together, and drive critical path and ensure synchronized deliveries
Lead and drive the development and integration of ECUs via design reviews, ensuring all pre-production builds are supported to effectively launch the vehicle
Coordinate with suppliers and supply chain to ensure timely delivery of components and assemblies for prototype builds
Coordinate with Vehicle integration and Electrical Systems to ensure delivery and successful integration of electronic assemblies
Push and support the release of all engineering documentation to support PLM
Support purchasing efforts as needed to ensure timely deliveries
Be able to plan budget for the project and maintain forecast, maintaining risk registers
Qualification
Required
6+ years of experience on a program team or equivalent experience
BS+ in Engineering or similar technical degree required
Detailed knowledge of electronics design, development, validation, and integration process
Prior relevant engineering experience in ME, EE or systems engineering
Experience working with Contract Manufacturers and vendors for PCBA, mechanical housings, complex system and high level assembly
Outstanding program management skills to include development of program plans, schedules, and clear definition and management of program goals
Proven experience in developing, launching and sustaining complex products
Demonstrated experience in addressing and solving complex issues
Strong communication experience with Executive Staff
Proven experience tracking and driving the progress of multiple projects
Strong team player and leader known to build trust, collaborate, communicate and partner with cross-functional teams
Travel as needed to support builds
Benefits
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 effective 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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