United States Job Openings

Rivian

Sr. Vehicle Hardware Validation Engineer

Irvine

FULL TIME

October 26, 2024

About Rivian:
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Role Summary:
We are seeking a Validation Engineer to develop, manage and execute validation for Mechatronic/Interior/Exterior/Structures components and subsystems. This role involves the development of test plans, creating testing methods, executing tests, and analyzing results to ensure components/systems meet performance targets. The role also includes project management responsibilities to ensure timely completion of tests to meet program sign off. The engineer will work closely with internal cross functional teams and external vendors to develop plans, source labs, and execute tests. A successful candidate will have a hands-on approach to testing and prototyping while providing leadership and support in troubleshooting, process improvement, and data analysis.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop & manage validation plans to meet design, performance, and regulatory requirements.
  • Create & update detailed test plans for mechatronic/interior/exterior/structures components based
    on evolving program needs.
  • Perform hands-on validation testing and troubleshooting for vehicle mechatronics and subsystems.
  • Coordinate with external vendors to ensure test procedures align with company standards and
    project timelines.
  • Set up data logging systems and analyze test results to identify performance metrics and recommend
    improvements.
  • Prepare, catalog, and archive test reports, ensuring compliance with certification standards.
  • Drive method improvements and provide direction to lab technicians and third-party labs.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics engineering, or related field.
  • 2-5 years of experience in automotive testing, validation, or requirements management, with a focus
    on interior/exterior/structures/software-controlled systems.
  • Hands-on experience with lab tools, control systems, data acquisition, and diagnostics (CAN, LIN).
  • Experience/exposure in statistical analysis for test reliability, data analysis using MATLAB or Python,
    and experience with test automation platforms like Arduino or Raspberry Pi.
  • Knowledge of regulatory and certification requirements.
  • Experience with Jira, Jama, Confluence, and CAD design tools for validation setups.
Pay Disclosure:
Salary Range Irvine-Based Applicants: $107,800-$134,800 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: 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 effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.
Company Statements:
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
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