Sr. Battery Test and Validation Engineer

Rivian; California, Tustin (MO, CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join their team focused on developing and validating high voltage battery packs. This role offers the chance to lead testing efforts, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to cutting-edge technology in the automotive industry. With a commitment to sustainability and adventure, this position is perfect for those eager to explore new technical challenges while ensuring safety and reliability in product development. Join a forward-thinking firm that values creativity and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of automotive or related experience.
• Experience with CAD and fixture design.
• Eager to learn and explore technical topics.

Responsibilities

• Perform development and validation testing for high voltage battery packs.
• Lead testing efforts with cross-functional teams and external labs.
• Create test procedures defining instrumentation and safety parameters.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

CAD

Testing High Voltage Batteries

Team Collaboration

Technical Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform development and validation testing at the coupon, component, sub-system, and system levels for high voltage battery packs.
• Focus mainly on structural/environmental testing, with opportunities to support other disciplines.
• Develop test plans targeting specific failure modes, demonstrating robustness, or understanding underlying physics.
• Create test procedures defining instrumentation, fixturing, test environment, and safety parameters.
• Lead testing efforts with cross-functional teams, external labs, and suppliers.
• Provide technical input for FMEA, design, manufacturing, CAE correlation, and DVP development.
• Improve or develop new test capabilities, including automations, scripts, data processing, and test stands.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• 4+ years of automotive or related experience.
• Experience with CAD and fixture design.
• Preferred experience testing high voltage batteries.
• Eager to learn and explore technical topics.
• Effective team collaboration skills.
• Strong technical communication skills (written and verbal).
• Willingness to travel approximately 20% domestically and internationally.