Rivian · 1 day ago
Staff Power Electronics Engineer
Torrance, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$154K/yr - $192K/yr
5+ years expRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, seeking to attract curious and courageous individuals. The Staff Power Electronics Engineer will design and develop electrical aspects of on-board power electronic products, including chargers and converters, while collaborating with various engineering teams.
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
Perform topology selection trade studies
Design circuits, select components, create schematics, and support the layout of circuit boards
Analyze and simulate circuits and key components
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 the critical components design
Test prototype power electronics circuits in the lab
Characterize power semiconductor devices, including Silicon, SiC, and GaN
Support software engineers who develop algorithms and application code for embedded controllers
Engage with Mechanical, Systems, Test, Quality, Manufacturing, and Reliability Engineers
Cooperate with other team members for critical technical tests and decisions
Qualification
Required
Minimum M.S. in Electrical Engineering, specializing in power electronics
Minimum 5+ years' experience developing high-power electronics
Deep understanding of power semiconductor switches and diodes, and their characteristics
Understanding of devices built upon various materials such as silicon, SiC, and GaN
Strong experience designing and analyzing inverter and converter circuits, including gate drivers
Knowledge and experience with embedded control of power electronic circuits
Power converters and grid tie control
PWM methods
Power converter thermal analysis and protection
Dual active bridge DC/DC modeling and control
Experience with bidirectional power conversion
Experience in EMI/EMC filter design for power electronics products
Skilled in working in a lab environment with high voltage and current
Experience using software tools such as Spice, PLECS, Mathcad, Ansys Simplorer, and Matlab
Experience using FEA simulation tools such as Ansys Maxwell/Q3D or equivalent
Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment
Preferred
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, specializing in power electronics
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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