Systems Engineer

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies seeks an experienced ADAS Systems Engineer to design, develop, and validate core system architectures for next‑gen driver‑assistance and autonomy platforms in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment.

The role requires deep expertise in ADAS sensors, actuators, HW‑SW architectures, vehicle motion controls, and simulation platforms like MATLAB/Simulink/SIL/HIL, with a focus on ISO 26262 Functional Safety and rigorous validation across MIL/SIL/HIL levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5-7+ years of experience in ADAS, robotics, or automotive controls development.
• Strong foundation in classical and modern control theory (stability analysis, state-space methods, MPC).
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow for modeling and simulation.
• Solid understanding of vehicle dynamics (longitudinal and lateral).
• Experience with programming in Python / C / C++ / Rust.
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles and tools (JAMA, DOORS, SysML/UML).
• Experience with validation efforts at MIL, SIL, HIL, Component, Vehicle.
• Experience performing DFMEA and/or STPA.
• Excellent cause and effect analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand the lifecycle management of comprehensive system and software requirements for Level 2 through Level 5 ADAS and autonomous driving systems.
• Translate high-level functional objectives into granular, testable engineering specifications for state machines, control algorithms, and overall system dynamics.
• Engage in deep cross-functional collaboration with HMI/UX, functional safety, cybersecurity, and product management to integrate multi-disciplinary requirements.
• Utilize MATLAB, Simulink, and advanced simulation environments (SIL/HIL) to iterate, tune, and validate complex algorithm performance against defined criteria.
• Drive the development of Functional Safety work products in strict alignment with ISO 26262 industry standards.
• Partner with validation teams to perform root‑cause analysis, debug system issues, and refine design iterations based on empirical data.

Skills

ADAS systems

MATLAB

Simulink

Stateflow

Python

C/C++

Rust

JAMA

DOORS

SysML/UML

MIL/SIL/HIL

DFMEA

STPA

Vehicle dynamics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Robotics

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

JAMA

DOORS

SysML/UML

CARLA

Stateflow

Job description

About Us

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.

Role Summary

As an ADAS Systems Engineer, you will play a critical role within a dynamic, cross functional team, designing, developing and validating core system architectures for our next-generation driver-assistance and autonomy platforms. We are seeking a forward thinking and highly skilled systems engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses deep expertise in ADAS sensors, actuators, HW-SW architectures, vehicle motion controls, and vehicle simulation platforms.

Responsibilities

• Understand the lifecycle management of comprehensive system and software requirements for Level 2 through Level 5 ADAS and autonomous driving systems.
• Translate high-level functional objectives into granular, testable engineering specifications for state machines, control algorithms, and overall system dynamics.
• Engage in deep cross-functional collaboration with HMI/UX, functional safety, cybersecurity, and product management to integrate multi-disciplinary requirements.
• Utilize MATLAB, Simulink, and advanced simulation environments (SIL/HIL) to iterate, tune, and validate complex algorithm performance against defined criteria.
• Drive the development of Functional Safety work products in strict alignment with ISO 26262 industry standards.
• Partner with validation teams to perform root‑cause analysis, debug system issues, and refine design iterations based on empirical data.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• [5-7]+ years of experience in ADAS, robotics, or automotive controls development.
• Strong foundation in classical and modern control theory (e.g., stability analysis, state-space methods, MPC).
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Simulink, and Stateflow for modeling and simulation.
• Solid understanding of vehicle dynamics (longitudinal and lateral).
• Experience with programming in Python / C / C++ / Rust
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles and tools (e.g., JAMA, DOORS, SysML/UML).
• Experience with validation efforts at different test levels (MIL, SIL, HIL, Component, Vehicle)
• Experience performing DFMEA and /or STPA.
• Excellent cause and effect analysis skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in applying AI/ML techniques to engineering workflows. Specific experience with LLMs, NLP, or generative AI is a major plus.
• Proven experience taking an ADAS feature from concept to production.
• Experience with ADAS Simulators (CARLA or proprietary tools) while integrating motion controls

Please Note: This role will be employed through a 3rd Party

Total Rewards

We build the exceptional — and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly. In addition to a competitive base salary, full‑time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.

Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect, and require active employment at the time of payout. This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.

In addition to our compensation programs, we invest in our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial future for full‑time employees — including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs. Offerings vary by country. Learn more about our global benefit programs.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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