Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies · 1 month ago
Thermal Systems Test and Integration Engineer
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$107K/yr - $134K/yr
3+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture focused on advancing the future of electric vehicles through innovative technology. The Thermal Systems Test and Integration Engineer will collaborate with software developers, diagnose field issues, and execute vehicle test cases to ensure the quality and integration of new software features in electric vehicles.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Collaborate with software developers to integrate new software features at the vehicle level
Lead efforts to diagnose field issues and work cross functionally with various teams to drive resolutions
Define and execute vehicle test cases for new features
Creating test scripts for post processing vehicle data
Gather data from communication systems commonly used in embedded systems like CAN and Ethernet as well as from vehicle telemetry stored in the cloud
Track feature maturity and develop comprehensive catalog of regression test cases to ensure quality of released software
Root-cause bugs identified during test and integration; propose robust solutions to address issues identified
Bring up software to support new vehicle programs
Qualification
Required
A degree in either Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering
Working experience with communication bus monitoring tools (Vector CANalyzer, PCAN or equivalent)
Strong understanding of electromechanical systems
Working experience with software calibration tools (Vector CANape or equivalent)
Experience coding in Python and C/C++
Ability to thrive under pressure and apply creative and critical thinking to deliver exceptional results
Good team player with excellent communication skills
Preferred
3+ years of experience working with control systems – automotive or aerospace experience preferred
Familiar with EV subsystems especially Thermal Management System
Benefits
Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment.
Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Total compensation packages for this position include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and 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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