Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies · 1 day ago
Test and Validation Technician
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$33.31/hr - $41.63/hr
7+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture focused on advancing automotive technology for electric vehicles. The Test and Validation Technician will be responsible for functional validation and testing of electronic control units, building automated test solutions, and supporting the engineering team in troubleshooting and testing processes.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Work with the test and validation team to build automated test equipment and harnesses for Rivian electronic boards, based on schematics and work instructions
Operate software user interfaces to exercise test equipment during hardware bring up
Validate systems functionality by using standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, power supplies and digital multimeters
Fabricate special test equipment supporting development and validation testing of automotive electronic components
Conduct environmental & electrical testing (thermal, vibration, climatic, corrosion)
Own calibration and mechanical setup of thermal and vibration chambers
Troubleshoot, root cause, and document test equipment and harness failures
Perform circuit board electronic modifications such as component rework, soldering/de-soldering of electronic components, etc
Support commissioning of new systems
Qualification
Required
Technical degree or relevant experience in electronics testing
Able to read electrical schematics, drawings, and manufacturers' product data sheets
7+ years of experience building automated test equipment (ATE) or industrial automation systems
Experience using power tools
Experience with soldering and circuit board re-work
Experience with electrical testing using laboratory tools
Ability to use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
Able to move/lift test boxes and instrumentation
Hands-on approach: proactively identifies and fills in gaps where needed
Preferred
Experience with automotive instrumentation
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.
Eligibility for an annual performance bonus
Eligibility for equity.
Flex Time Off
Retirement savings plans as well as 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.
1001-5000 employees
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