Staff Hardware Test Engineer, Power Electronics

Rivian; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 192,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Rivian is hiring a Test Engineer in Torrance, California, to lead the design of complex test equipment essential for power electronics. You'll collaborate with engineering teams, define test standards, and mentor junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and 8+ years in electrical systems design, focusing on high-voltage power electronics. A strong problem solver with experience in Altium is essential.

Join us in our mission to create emissions-free vehicles and protect the environment!

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in electrical/electronic systems design.
• Experience designing test equipment for high-voltage systems.
• Proven track record of diagnosing complex technical problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of complex functional test equipment for PCBAs.
• Define test equipment design standards and best practices.
• Partner with engineering teams to align test system architecture.

Skills

Electrical systems design

High-voltage power electronics

Altium design software

Technical problem-solving

Mentorship

Education

B.S. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Altium

National Instruments I/O systems

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

As a Test Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in the hardware design and development of automated PCBA and unit‑level test stations. This includes designing specialized test equipment for a range of power electronic equipment, such as inverters, onboard chargers, and DC fast chargers. You'll collaborate with automation engineers to automate end‑of‑line and validation test equipment, and you'll also contribute to the continuous improvement of our test stations for future programs.

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead the design of complex functional test equipment for PCBAs and high‑voltage power electronics systems, owning designs from concept through production deployment
• Define and enforce test equipment design standards, best practices, and reusable design patterns across the team.
• Author and review electrical wiring schematics, and serve as a technical reviewer on other engineers' design documentation
• Partner directly with hardware and software engineering project teams to align test system architecture with product requirements
• Lead design reviews, requirement reviews, DFMEAs, PFMEAs, and Hazard Analyses as a contributor and as a technical reviewer
• Develop and approve test procedures, defining setup requirements, acceptance criteria, and measurement uncertainty considerations
• Drive data analysis methodologies and set reporting standards for the team; synthesize complex test results into actionable engineering recommendations
• Serve as the team's subject matter expert on electronic test instrumentation, including power supplies, oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, power analyzers, and sensors (thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, pressure gauges, flow meters)
• Lead technical root cause analysis on complex, systemic issues and establish corrective actions that prevent recurrence
• Mentor and develop junior and mid‑level engineers, providing day‑to‑day technical guidance, code and design reviews, and career coaching
• Partner with the engineering manager to define team priorities, resource plans, and technical roadmaps

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in electrical/electronic systems design, including experience designing circuit board assembly functional test equipment
• 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering across power electronics, high‑voltage systems, or related domains, with direct experience designing test equipment for high‑voltage power electronics or battery charging systems
• Deep expertise in crafting schematics using design software such as Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, or related software. Ability to review and approve others' designs
• Proven experience in diagnosing and resolving complex, ambiguous technical problems independently and leading others through the same
• Knowledge of modular test instruments, National Instruments I/O systems (PXI, cDAQ), and communication/bus protocols (RS232, CAN, GPIB, Ethernet, USB)
• Track record of thriving in fast‑paced development environments and setting technical direction under competing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and elevate team capability
• PCB design experience required at this level
• Programming experience preferred

Pay Disclosure

The salary range for this role is USD 154,000-192,500 for Southern California based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability insurance, and long‑term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full‑time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part‑time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.

You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee. This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than June 29th, 2026.

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].

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