Battery Test and Validation Engineer II

Rivian; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian in Normal, IL is seeking a Battery Test and Validation Engineer II to join the battery test team. You will drive testing of current and next‑gen high voltage battery systems, coordinating with validation and design engineers, and designing test methods in a state‑of‑the‑art lab.

You will source test equipment, manage schedules, and ensure on‑time delivery while collaborating across the organization. This role reports to the battery test manager and requires strong data analytics and

Qualifications

• Experience with High Voltage Battery Testing, including battery cycling and electrical/thermal performance around Li-Ion chemistries.
• Expertise with automotive test tools such as Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, Tracetronic ECU-Test, Vehicle Spy.
• Experience working with battery cycling test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Be the technical lead and provide direction to lab personnel in setting up and executing tests on Li-Ion battery systems.
• Initiate the design of tests and validation assessments and drive the development of detailed test outlines and methods.
• Execute and maintain testing on high voltage battery systems using approved procedures and test plans.
• Provide detailed data analytics from data collected during testing.
• Provide feedback related to battery failure modes discovered during testing to engineers.
• Support safety and read across activities for actions and closures.
• Support hardware integration related to interfacing hardware and connection issues.
• Design and modify fixtures and instrumentation for battery testing.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance technical documents and templates for BoD/BoM/CTS/DFMEA etc.

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline

Tools

Vector CANalyzer

CANoe

CANape

Tracetronic ECU-Test

Vehicle Spy

Job description

About Rivian

Rivianis 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

As a Battery Test and Validation Engineer II, you will be a key contributor to the battery test team in Normal, IL driving and executing the testing of current and next generation high voltage battery systems. In this role you will interface closely with validation/design engineers to design and execute test plans and schedules. You will communicate and work closely with different teams across the organization. You will work in a state-of-the-art battery lab where you will use your creativity to design and execute test methods. This role will also be responsible for sourcing of test equipment and resources, you will coordinate and drive testing to meet deadlines and deliver on-time. This role will be located at our Normal, IL battery test facility and reports directly to the battery test manager.

Responsibilities

• Be the technical lead and provide direction to lab personnel (both in house and external) in setting up and executing tests on Li-Ion battery systems (electrical, thermal, humidity, internal protection, corrosion, etc...)


• Initiate the design of tests and validation assessments and drive the development of detailed test outlines and test methods for High Voltage battery systems and battery pack components.


• Execute and maintain the testing on high voltage battery systems using approved procedures and test plans.


• Provide detailed data analytics from data collected during testing.


• Provide feedback related to battery failure modes discovered during testing to Validation Engineers, Design Engineers, and Manufacturing Engineers.


• Speak up for safety issues and read across activities for actions and closures.


• Participate in Bill of Design assessments, CTS, DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R, CTR, etc....


• Support technical root cause analysis and resolution of issues found during testing.


• Support hardware integration related to interfacing hardware and connection issues.


• Design and modify fixtures and instrumentation for battery testing.


• Develop, maintain, and enhance technical memory documents, templates, and tracking of BoD, BoM, CTS, CTR, DFMEA, ADV Toolbox, Drawing Templates, and Lessons Learned.


• Support design reviews for Product Development & Change Management, Key Stakeholder Reviews, Component Technical Reviews and Supplier Technical Reviews.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline


• Minimum 1 year of automotive or battery experience in related field


• Experience with High Voltage Battery Testing, including battery cycling and electrical/thermal performance specially around Li-Ion based chemistries.


• Expertise with automotive test tools such as Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, Tracetronic ECU-Test, Vehicle Spy preferred.


• Experience working with battery cycling test equipment


• Experience with battery test automation systems (Lynx, others)


• Understanding of high voltage, stored energy, FMVSS and battery safety


• Expertise in instrumentation (Thermocouples, RTDs, Strain Gauges, Accelerometers, Pressure Gauges, Flow Meters, Data Loggers)


• Expertise on consolidating large quantities of data to analyze and interpret test results.


• Expertise in electrical and mechanical tooling and integrations (fixtures, coolants, and automated test systems)


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.


• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic software scripting abilities


• High energy and self-motivated