Staff Electrical Systems Engineer

Rivian; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian seeks a Staff Electrical Systems Engineer to integrate and test low-voltage electrical systems in adventure vehicles. Candidates should have substantial experience in electrical engineering, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments. This role is critical for ensuring vehicle functionality and performance through systematic testing and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience (BS), or 8+ years (MS), or 3+ years (PhD) in electrical engineering.
• Strong understanding of software and system integration.
• Experience with reading electrical schematics and distribution diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate system failure modes and create validation plans.
• Develop test plans to validate electrical architecture performance.
• Support integration and testing of next-generation electrical systems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Creative thinking

Technical competence in electrical engineering

Collaboration

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

MS in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscope

Power Supplies

Data Loggers

Job description

Staff Electrical Systems Engineer

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

In this role, the Staff Electrical Systems Engineer will help integrate and test the vehicle power, communications, architecture, and energy distribution requirements for the low-voltage electrical systems. This position will be based in Irvine, CA, and will report to the Sr. Manager, Development Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to evaluating system failure modes, create and drive integration and validation plans, and support the execution of these test plans.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate system-level performance of electrical architecture.
• Analyze test outcomes and create test reports and summaries, escalating cross-functionally as necessary.
• Identify, document, and highlight cross-functional gaps and dependencies - proactively work towards creative solutions to resolve integration issues and ensure vehicle functionality.
• Deep-dive into vehicle log data and source code if required to root cause system-level issues and facilitate rapid issue resolution in collaboration with domain experts.
• Support systems engineering activities including interface definition, development, and functional testing in coordination with various vehicle-level systems.
• Hands-on technical support with debugging and resolution of vehicle issues.
• Support the integration and testing of next-generation electrical systems.
• Debug hardware and software issues during verification and validation testing.
• Support proof of concept development.

Qualifications

• BS + 10 years or MS + 8 years or PhD + 3 years or equivalent experience in electrical engineering or related field.
• Ability to dive deep into electrical first principles and work in fast-paced and challenging environments.
• Good understanding of the software and system integration of the components.
• High technical competence in electrical engineering.
• Strong Creative thinking and problem-solving toolbox.
• Deep technical understanding of electrical functional distribution.
• Experience with reading electrical schematics and electrical wiring/distribution diagrams.
• Familiarity with Python and/or scripting languages.
• Proficiency in necessary test and measurement tools (Oscilloscope, Power Supplies, Data Loggers).
• Demonstrated strong creative thinking and problem-solving toolbox.
• Ability to collaborate and drive direction through multidisciplinary discussions.
• Understanding of automotive requirements.
• Have a fine eye for detail, yet the ability to 'zoom out' and see the big picture.

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.

Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [e-mail].