Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies ยท 3 weeks ago
Climate Control Systems Engineer
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders focused on advancing automotive technology. The Climate Control Systems Engineer will develop requirements and facilitate algorithm development to optimize thermal management systems for electric vehicles.
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Responsibilities
Act as systems engineer to develop requirements and drive the development of software for automotive climate control system
Use modeling tools to model the thermodynamic behavior and human comfort aspects of an automotive HVAC system
Collaborate with hardware engineering to develop framework and requirements for control software development
Translate high-level feature requests into detailed controller software, sensor, and actuator requirements, driving implementation, testing, and release
Research and analyze various control algorithms; develop control-oriented simulation models to refine control strategies
Create and maintain system boundary diagrams, function allocation documents, state machines, sequence diagrams, and failure analysis
Qualification
Required
BS / MS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Experience in software architecture and requirement management tools (JAMA, DOORS, etc.)
Foundation in heat transfer and thermodynamics, with familiarity in heat exchangers, blowers, fans, air control valves and their subsystem interactions
Proficient in control systems fundamentals and their application to the thermal/ HVAC domain is required
Knowledge and experience in automotive or building climate control system and air flow controls development
Understanding of aspects of human thermal comfort and its application to controlling HVAC systems
Strong analytical skills with experience handling large datasets in MATLAB/Python
Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally, engage in hands-on work, and manage open-ended projects in fast-paced, resource-constrained environments
Preferred
Familiarity with C/C++
Benefits
Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
Flex Time Off
Retirement savings plans
Medical, vision and dental coverage
Company
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies develops scalable automotive software and technology platforms for multiple vehicle segments.
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2025-11-14
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