Rivian · 9 hours ago
Sr. Power Electronics Engineer
Torrance, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$122K/yr - $152K/yr
3+ years expRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, focusing on emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. The Senior Power Electronics Engineer will design and develop electrical circuits and converters for Rivian’s off-board charging products, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
The Senior Power Electronics Engineer will be responsible for the development of high-power electrical circuits, such as active rectifiers, inverters, and DCDC converters
Circuit design, component selection, schematic creation, PCBA layout, and magnetic design
Perform trade studies for key decisions
Simulate circuits using Matlab, PLECS, and other tools
Analyze structures and magnetic components such as bus bars and high-frequency transformers/inductors
EMI/EMC filter design
Interact with suppliers on critical components
Test prototype power electronics circuits in lab
Characterize power semiconductor devices, including Silicon, SiC, and GaN
Engage with multiple cross-functional teams, including Mechanical, Software and Controls, Systems, Test, Quality, Reliability, and Manufacturing
Qualification
Required
Minimum M.S. in Electrical Engineering plus 3+ years of relevant industry experience, specializing in power electronics
Familiarity with common topologies such as multi-phase boost PFC, dual active bridge converter, LLC, etc
Solid understanding of power semiconductor switches and diodes, and their characteristics
Strong experience designing and analyzing inverter and converter circuits, including gate drivers
Familiarity with embedded control of power electronic circuits
Power converters and grid tie control
PWM methods
Experience with bidirectional AC/DC or DC/DC power conversion
Experience using software tools such as Spice, PLECS, Mathcad, Ansys, and Matlab
Experience using FEA simulation tools such as Ansys Maxwell/Q3D or equivalent
PCB layout using Altium
Exposure to EMC requirements and safety certification
Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment
Preferred
Expertise in high-power EV charger or energy storage, stationary-related power converters preferred
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
H1B Sponsorship
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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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