Prototype Systems Technician II – Testing & Instrumentation

Rivian Automotive; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick leave

Insurance: life/medical/dental/vision

401(k) plan & ESPP

Long-term disability

Job summary

Rivian Automotive is seeking a Sr. Engineering Technician II to support the Test & Development Workshop and Engineering Teams in Michigan. You will diagnose and repair prototype vehicle subsystems and maintain test equipment while coordinating with engineers to support testing activities.

The role requires 5+ years of automotive technician experience, knowledge of high voltage systems, CAN/LIN networks, and fabrication skills. Travel up to 50% may be required.

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.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair prototype vehicle electrical/mechanical/software systems.
• Maintain detailed records of all work performed.
• Maintain test equipment in operational condition by performing routine maintenance.
• Design, build and modify vehicle instrumentation, mounting systems, test equipment, wiring harnesses and data acquisition systems as needed.
• Fabricate and/or modify existing prototype components/fixtures.
• Document setup, troubleshooting and test results, communicate issues and propose improvements.
• Prepare vehicles for testing, including instrumentation installation and troubleshooting of data loggers and test equipment.
• Execute vehicle testing and data capture with the support of test engineers to evaluate prototype vehicles and systems.
• 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.
• Test drive prototype vehicles.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Automotive electrical

High voltage systems

CAN/LIN networks

Diagnostic repair

Fabrication

Vehicle testing

Driver's license

Job description

Rivian Automotive is seeking a Sr. Engineering Technician II to support the Test & Development Workshop and Engineering Teams in Michigan. You will diagnose and repair prototype vehicle subsystems and maintain test equipment while coordinating with engineers to support testing activities.

The role requires 5+ years of automotive technician experience, knowledge of high voltage systems, CAN/LIN networks, and fabrication skills. Travel up to 50% may be required.