Sr. Systems Validation Engineer

Rivian VW Group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in RSUs

Annual bonus program

Health coverage

Retirement savings

Time off and family planning

Job summary

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is seeking a Sr. Systems Validation Engineer to validate our vehicle electrical and electronic architecture on the HIL team.

You will derive test cases from requirements, automate them in Python, and verify them on HIL benches, labcars, and vehicles, collaborating with design and development engineers to deliver robust test solutions. You should have 4+ years in automotive or electronics test, strong Python skills, experience with CAN tools, and solid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 4+ years of test experience in electrical/electronics.
• Intermediate or better Python skills with automated test scripts (pytest or similar).
• Hands-on with CAN test tools like PEAK/Vector and with lab equipment like oscilloscopes.

Responsibilities

• Understand target vehicle architecture and derive test cases from requirements.
• Develop test cases and sequence diagrams; validate scripts in the pytest environment.
• Map requirements and use cases to system-level test cases and collaborate with DREs and feature owners.
• Coordinate with design and development engineers to ensure timely task completion and provide testing support across levels.

Skills

Python scripting

Embedded systems debugging

Problem solving

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

CAN test tools (PEAK, Vector)

Oscilloscopes

pytest

Job description

About Us

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.

Role Summary

The Sr. Systems Validation Engineer on the HIL team at Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is responsible for system-level validation of our vehicle electrical and electronic architecture. You will derive test cases from requirements and your understanding of the system, automate them in Python, and verify them on HIL benches, labcars, and vehicles. Working closely with design and development engineers, you will deliver HIL test solutions that improve the quality of our hardware and firmware throughout their life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Architecture

  • Understand the vehicle target architecture including ancillary systems.

  • Understand how to derive test cases and support requirements development from “poking” the system.

  • Understand the basic hardware schematic diagram to develop I/O related test cases.

• Test Case Development

  • Develop test cases and sequence diagrams based on requirements.

  • Development and validation of test scripts compatible with RV Tech's automation framework in a pytest environment.

  • Hands on debugging experience on the embedded system issue (HW and SW).

• Requirement Mapping

  • Understand how to use requirements, user stories, use cases and theory of operation, to derive test cases for system level test

  • Identify and develop test cases based on understanding of fundamental E/E principles and unique product use cases and designs

  • Coordination with Component Design Release Engineers(DREs) and feature owners to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks as dictated by their respective milestones.

  • Help support and collaborate with design & development engineers for testing needs at all levels.

  • Work collaboratively with various Engineering teams to deliver superior HIL test solutions that help drive the quality of hardware and firmware designs through their entire life cycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 4+ years of test experience in the electrical or electronics field.

• Intermediate or better Python skills, including experience developing automated test scripts with pytest or a similar framework.

• Hands‑on experience with CAN test tools such as PEAK, Vector, or similar, and with oscilloscopes and similar lab equipment.

• Hands‑on experience debugging embedded system issues, both hardware and software.

• Excellent problem‑solving skills grounded in core engineering principles.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, in both presentation and technical writing, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an automotive product development environment.

• Familiarity with JAMA, JIRA, Confluence, Jenkins, and Git.

Total Rewards

We build the exceptional — and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly. In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.

Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect, and require active employment at the time of payout. This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.

In addition to our compensation programs, we invest in our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial future for full-time employees — including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs. Offerings vary by country. Learn more about our global benefit programs.

External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site (https://rivianvw.tech/#careers). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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