Senior Electrical Systems Engineer

The posting, as Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies wrote it

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

This role is responsible for the development of vehicle electrical hardware systems and architecture, across various technology domains (dynamics/propulsion, body, thermal, passive safety, etc). It requires strong fundamentals and an electronic hardware background. The role is highly cross functional and will be a mixture of computer, hands on, and may include occasional travel. The opening will be located at the Irvine office and reports directly to an Engineering Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support feature development and decomposition down to the architecture and system level, starting from user stories and vehicle requirements, with support from domain and software counterparts.
• Own requirements and design of the hardware system, ensuring successful implementation down through the interface and component level as the ultimate electrical physical layer expert and advocate.
• Develop, and support execution of, verification and validation test plans and procedures.
• Utilize first principles in electrical engineering and physics to solve problems with unique and innovative solutions to improve performance and cost.
• Analyze and advise on new technology options and conducting trade studies for different designs.
• Leveraging experience to define what needs to be done more than taking direction and executing.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in engineering (ideally in the area of electrical or systems engineering)
• Experience (or equivalent): 4+ years industry work in electrical engineering and systems
• Ability to dive deep into electrical first principles and work in fast-paced and challenging environments.
• Experience with reading electrical schematics and electrical wiring/distribution diagrams
• Excellent written and verbal communication for turning complex technical topics into understandable language
• Familiarity with python and/or scripting languages
• Proficiency in necessary test and measurement tools (Oscilloscope, Power Supplies, Data Loggers)

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
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