Senior Thermal Controls Engineer - Test & Integration

Rivian VW Group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex Time Off

Retirement savings plans

Medical, vision and dental coverage

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Rivian VW Group in Irvine is seeking a dedicated Controls Software Engineer to join the Thermal Controls software development team. This role involves developing embedded software for automotive systems, including cabin and battery control. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and possess over 3 years of experience in controls development, with strong programming skills in C, C++, Rust, or Python. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in controls development, integration, or calibration.
• Strong proficiency in C, C++, Rust, or Python.
• Familiar with thermal and HVAC components.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software in C for automotive ECUs.
• Architect and develop control systems for vehicle subsystems.
• Create test cases and scripts for feature validation.

Skills

C

C++

Rust

Python

Control theory

Heat transfer

Firmware integration

Calibration

SW debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Tools

Jira

Vector CANalyzer

Vector CANape

ETAS INCA

Job description

Rivian VW Group in Irvine is seeking a dedicated Controls Software Engineer to join the Thermal Controls software development team. This role involves developing embedded software for automotive systems, including cabin and battery control. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and possess over 3 years of experience in controls development, with strong programming skills in C, C++, Rust, or Python. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.