Senior Motor Control Calibration and Integration Engineer

Rivian; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian is seeking a Senior Motor Control Calibration and Integration Engineer to advance motor control algorithms for its electric vehicles. You will calibrate, test, and verify motor control software across dynamometer, HIL, and vehicle environments, driving high-quality software deliverables and feature validation.

You will lead cross-functional bring-up activities, develop test stations, and stay ahead of new technologies to improve performance, reliability, and field behavior.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 4+ years of motor calibration and dynamometer experience.
• Expertise in AC motor drives and three-phase converter topologies.
• Experience with test automation; NI VeriStand preferred.
• CANape and CANalyzer proficiency preferred.
• Proficient in MATLAB/Simulink data processing.
• HIL bring-up and testing experience preferred.
• Hands-on with oscilloscopes, multimeters, power meters.
• Dynamo/test setups and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strong teamwork, presentation, and project planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform algorithm testing in dynamometer, HIL, inductive load, and vehicle test environments.
• Manage the calibration set of motor control software for advanced projects.
• Lead requirements verification for advanced motor controls and cross-functional vehicle-level features.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on electric actuator and vehicle bring-up activities.
• Develop, maintain, and improve test stations for dynamometer, HIL, and inductive load testing.
• Stay updated on new technologies, methods, and products.

Skills

Motor calibration

Dynamometer operations

AC motor drives

Three-phase converters

Test automation

MATLAB/Simulink

CANape

CANalyzer

HIL testing

Oscilloscopes

Education

Master's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Vector CANape

CANalyzer

NI VeriStand

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

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This applies both to the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build and to the curious, courageous people we seek to attract. Electrical Power Conversion (EPC) software is at the center of torque generation control and related functional safety features for Rivian’s cutting-edge electric vehicles.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.

Responsibilities

The Senior Motor Control Calibration and Integration Engineer contributes to the testing, calibration, and verification of motor control algorithms, primarily focusing on advanced projects. They are responsible for continuously improving the team’s technical excellence, discipline, and flexibility to ensure high-quality software deliverables, timely software integration, operational efficiency, and field performance review.Plan and perform algorithm testing in dynamometer, HIL, inductive load, and vehicle test environmentsManage the calibration set of motor control software for advanced projectsLead requirements verification for advanced motor controls and cross-functional vehicle-level featuresWork with cross-functional teams on electric actuator and vehicle bring-up activitiesDevelop, maintain, and continuously improve test stations for dynamometer, HIL, and inductive load testingStay abreast of new technologies, competitive methods, and products

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering4+ years of experience in motor calibration and dynamometer operationsExpertise in the theory and principles of AC electric machine drives and three-phase switching power converter topologiesExpertise in test automation systems; NI VeriStand preferredExpertise in calibration software; Vector CANape and CANalyzer preferredFluency in data processing software, including MATLAB/SimulinkExperience in HIL bring-up and testing preferredStrong hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power metersStrong hands-on experience with dynamometer mechanical setupStrong teamwork, data presentation, problem-solving, and project planning skills in collaboration with project managers

Pay Disclosure

• The salary range for this role is USD 135,100-168,900 for Southern California based applicants.
• This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.
• An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.
• The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits, including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees.
• You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements.
• Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment.
• Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
• More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.
• You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee).
• This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than May 8th, 2026.

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.

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