Sr. Test Technician II

Rivian; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Technician to join their innovative team. This role involves diagnosing and repairing complex systems in prototype vehicles, requiring a strong understanding of automotive electrical systems, especially high-voltage networks. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with engineers, maintain meticulous documentation, and ensure the operational readiness of test equipment. If you are passionate about electric vehicles and enjoy hands-on work in a dynamic environment, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology while traveling and testing prototype vehicles.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technician experience in the automotive industry.
• Strong electrical understanding with a focus on electric/hybrid vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair prototype vehicle's electrical/mechanical/software systems.
• Maintain detailed records and perform routine maintenance on test equipment.

Skills

Automotive Electrical Systems

High Voltage Electrical Knowledge

CAN/LIN Network Understanding

Technical and Mechanical Ability

Minor Fabrication Skills

Education

5+ years of technician/mechanic experience

Advanced Driver Training

Job description

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

This role demands a highly skilled Technician, responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and modifying complex electrical, mechanical, and software systems within Rivian's prototype vehicles. The technician will install instrumentation, maintain test equipment, and meticulously document all work, while collaborating closely with engineers. They will also be required to load, transport, and test drive prototype vehicles, often involving significant travel, and must possess a strong understanding of automotive electrical systems, particularly high-voltage and CAN/LIN networks, with a preference for electric/hybrid vehicle experience and fabrication skills. A clean driving record, including potential Class A CDL operation, and adherence to strict safety and driving standards are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnosis and repair of prototype vehicle's
electrical/mechanical/software systems
Fabricate and/or modify existing prototype components/fixtures
Maintain detailed records of all work performed
Maintain test equipment in operational condition by performing routine
maintenance and making minor repairs/adjustments as needed
Install instrumentation, test equipment, and other components on prototype
vehicles in accordance with engineering specifications, standards, and/or test
procedures
Communicate directly with engineers and other technicians to ensure a high level
of technical support
Load and transport prototype vehicles to specified test locations as needed.
(Class A CDL a plus)
Test drive vehicles on closed tracks
Travel 50%

Qualifications

5+ years of technician / mechanic work experience in the automotive
industry. Electric/hybrid vehicle experience preferred
Valid driver license with clean record
Advanced driver training. (preferred)
Strong automotive electrical understanding

High Voltage electrical knowledge and training
CAN/LIN network understanding
Minor fabrication experience
Strong technical and mechanical ability
Minimum age of 21
No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License (within a 3-5 year
period)
No drug or alcohol related driving incidents in the last 3 years
No more than 1 serious moving violation in the last 3 years
Must have a valid driver's license in the state of residence that you will be
driving/operating a vehicle
Will be subject to continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring

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 [e-mail].

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.

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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.

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