Engineering Technician, Prototypes
About The Position
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between Rivian and Volkswagen Group focused on technologies for electric and software-defined vehicles. The company is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Electrical Engineering Technician to support prototype development across multiple programs. The role centers on building and installing wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and test-lab rack hardware, while ensuring timely delivery and clear, accurate build documentation to support future batch builds. It requires close collaboration across development teams and practical problem-solving in ambiguous situations.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of automotive, aerospace, or industrial harness assembly experience to IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 2, or equivalent experience building and troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems in early development stages.
- At least 2 years of light fabrication experience, such as drilling and cutting sheet metal.
- Strong electrical system troubleshooting skills.
- Methodical planning and build hygiene, including kitting and verifying against a bill of materials and tracking deviations from drawings.
- Ability to thrive under pressure and apply creative and critical thinking to deliver results.
- Good teamwork and excellent communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Technical or vocational certificate in vehicle systems or a related field.
- Experience closely collaborating with engineering teams.
- Familiarity with prototype manufacturing techniques and their application.
- Experience with basic mechanical design and CAD.
Responsibilities
- Build prototype and small-batch harnesses and cable assemblies from drawings and wire lists, with components kitted and verified against the bill of materials.
- Crimp, strip, and solder to IPC standards and maintain high quality-assurance standards.
- Install rack infrastructure according to layout drawings, including shelves, chassis, power distribution, copper and fiber patching, airflow management, and remote management bring-up.
- Participate in design reviews, identify drawing-to-build discrepancies, and suggest build optimizations.
- Work with engineers and lab technicians on safety checks, software loading, system-level functional checks, hands-on debugging, and repair of live test assets.
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians to solve challenges as a team.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary.
- Eligibility for the annual company performance bonus program for full-time positions; payments are discretionary and not guaranteed.
- Eligibility for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units, subject to board approval and applicable plan terms and vesting requirements.
- Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs; offerings vary by country.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
