Certification and Test Engineer II

Rivian; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 77,800 - 103,150; Full time

Job summary

Rivian is seeking a Certification and Test Engineer to join the Charging and Energy test team in Torrance, CA. This role involves leading regulatory compliance projects, developing test procedures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with standards.Qualifications include a BS in engineering, 3+ years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. The salary range for Irvine-based applicants is $77,800 to $103,150. Benefits include robust medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading regulatory compliance projects or validation efforts.
• Experience reading and interpreting industry standards.
• Hands-on approach to testing and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory compliance projects with agencies and test labs.
• Develop and review design validation plans.
• Work closely with software and hardware engineering teams.

Skills

Regulatory compliance experience

Technical communication

Test plan development

Troubleshooting

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field

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

As a Certification and Test Engineer, you will be a key contributor to the Charging and Energy test team in Torrance, CA, leading regulatory compliance projects and planning and executing the testing of electric vehicle charging systems. You will interface with multiple cross‑functional teams to ensure regulatory requirements are captured and sufficiently captured in validation plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory compliance projects with agencies and test labs, including preparing and filing compliance documentation
• Participate in design reviews and advise on applicable compliance requirements
• Work closely with the software and hardware engineering teams to understand test requirements
• Develop and review design validation plans to enforce regulatory compliance
• Develop test procedures to define instructions on test setup and execution
• Work with multiple external lab partners to set up, execute, and monitor testing
• Participate in design reviews, requirement reviews, DFMEAs, PFMEAs, and Hazard Analyses
• Support systems engineering to interpret standard requirements

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience leading regulatory compliance projects or validation efforts, heavily incorporating certification requirements
• Regulatory compliance experience with power conversion equipment, preferably charging systems
• Prior experience in test plan development, equipment selection, and test execution
• Hands‑on approach to testing, debugging, and troubleshooting
• Strong technical communication and documentation skills
• Experience reading and interpreting industry standards such as UL 2202, UL 1741, UL 9741, IEC 61851, MIL‑STD‑50G or similar
• Exposure to ISO 17025, ILAC, or A2LA Laboratory accreditation standards and practices a plus
• 10-20% domestic travel

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range Irvine‑Based Applicants: $77,800-$103,150 (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.

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].