Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies · 3 weeks ago
Systems Engineer II, BMS HIL
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$107K/yr - $142K/yr
3+ years expRivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture focused on advancing automotive technology. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining Hardware-In-the-Loop test systems for Battery Management Systems, ensuring compliance with design specifications, and collaborating with engineering teams to improve testing infrastructure.
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Responsibilities
Design & develop Hardware-In-the-loop(HIL) test systems for the Battery Management System (BMS) and become familiar with the battery measurement and controls architecture
Setup, maintain and document the Hardware-in-the-Loop(HIL) infrastructure and conduct HIL testing to validate control system behavior against design specifications and project requirements
Work with Battery systems & firmware engineers ensuring compliance with design specifications and project requirements
Collaborate with the HV battery platform team responsible for new product architecture development (Battery architecture, Contactor control, HV Electrical Safety, and overcurrent protection) to simulate the design specification on BMS HILs
Lead hardware failure analysis to determine root cause of Hardware-In-the-loop failures and document lessons learned
Develop and propose improvements to the Hardware-in-the-Loop(HIL) infrastructure that can aid in increasing the test coverage
Work with HIL firmware engineers to evaluate HIL hardware APIs for the simulation needs
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in electrical & electronics engineering
3+ years of development work experience in Hardware-in-the-Loop test systems
2 years of experience working with battery technology, Battery Management System (BMS), or HIL technologies and knowledge of high voltage safety
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with focus on rapid root cause identification and corrective action implementation
Excellent problem-solving skills; reliant on first principles engineering approach and common sense, with a proven track record
Strong communication skills verbally, written, and through presentation to communicate complex technical issues to diverse audiences
Preferred
Proficiency in automation scripting and control design using C, C++ or Python is a plus
Experience creating requirements from the ground up, using engineering analysis, with a strong focus on hardware
Experience with communication protocols, CAN, XCP, LIN, Flexray, CAN-FD and CAN over Ethernet
Familiar with DMMs, Power suppliers, Oscilloscopes and crimp tools
Experience with vehicle communication bus tools such as CANalyzer/CANoe
Experience with issue tracking tools (Jira, Bugzilla, etc.)
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.
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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