Sr. Power Electronics Validation Engineer

Rivian; Torrance, California, Denver (CA, MO, CO); On-site; USD 98,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovation and sustainability in the automotive industry. As a key member of the product development team, you will lead the validation of cutting-edge electric vehicle components, ensuring they meet rigorous standards for performance and safety. This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects that contribute to a cleaner, more adventurous future. Collaborate with talented engineers in a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the next generation of electric vehicles. If you are passionate about technology and the outdoors, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical/Rx Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Flexible Work Hours

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience leading automotive component validations.
• Expertise in environmental test setup and instrumentation.
• Hands-on approach in fast-paced development environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop validation test plans for high voltage power electronic products.
• Work with engineering teams to understand and meet requirements.
• Create summary reports and document validation test failures.

Skills

Automotive Component Validation

Test Planning

Environmental Testing

Communication Protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

B.S. in Computer Science

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

JAMA

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

You'll be a key member of the product development teams bringing to production Rivian's next generation of electric vehicle high voltage power electronic products to include Traction Inverters, On-board Chargers, DC-DC Converters and DC-AC Auxiliary Inverters. You'll be responsible for developing the validation test plans and leading execution of these plans. Plans must be designed to demonstrate component compliance with electrical, mechanical, environmental, durability and EMC requirements. The opening will be located at our Torrance, CA facility and reports directly to the Department Director.

Responsibilities

• You'll be a key member of the product development teams bringing to production Rivian's next generation of electric vehicle high voltage power electronic products to include Traction Inverters, On-board Chargers, DC-DC Converters and DC-AC Auxiliary Inverters.
• You'll be responsible for developing the validation test plans and leading execution of these plans.
• Plans must be designed to demonstrate component compliance with electrical, mechanical, environmental, durability and EMC requirements.
• Work closely with the software and hardware engineering team members to understand requirements.
• Work with the Test Equipment design group to define the Special Test Equipment (STE) functional requirements.
• Develop test procedures defining specific test setup requirements and instructions.
• Design the test fixtures required for vibration and environmental testing.
• Provide directions to lab technicians (at Rivian labs and at 3^rd party test labs) setting up and executing validation tests.
• Create summary reports for all tests conducted and provide data analytics of the data collected during testing.
• Document validation test failures in Rivian's problem resolution database and support technical root cause analysis and issue resolution.
• Manage supplier sourced sub-component validation efforts and ensure reported defects are addressed and closed.
• Report out Validation status to the product development team.
• Participate in design reviews, requirement reviews, DFMEAs and PFMEAs.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience leading automotive component validations.
• Experience in test planning and execution from program inception to final validation sign0ff.
• Understanding of automotive industry validation standards.
• Expertise with environmental test set up and test error proofing.
• Experience designing vibration fixtures.
• Expertise in instrumentation (thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, pressure gauges, flow meters)
• Working knowledge of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet)
• Experience with collaboration tools like JIRA, Confluence & requirements management tools like JAMA.
• High level of interpersonal and communication skills for relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment.
• Self-motivated: Demonstrated ability to set direction and guide the team towards it.
• Hands-on approach: Proactively identifies and fills in gaps where needed.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Pay Disclosure

• Salary Range for Southern California Based Applicants: $98,500 - $123,100 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, 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

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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