Lab Technician

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies•Vancouver, BC

10d•CA$77,400 - CA$102,620•Onsite

About The Position

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. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies Canada is proud to be a Great Place To Work® Certified company — 92% of employees at RV Tech Canada say it is a great place to work, compared to 60% at a typical company.

Requirements

Technical degree or certification in electronics, or related field
3+ years of electronics technician experience.
Experience fabricating special test equipment such as custom fixtures low level test harnesses.
Experience with power and basic Mechanical hand tools.
Experience with soldering & Electrical lab re-work.
Experience with prototype and fabrication shop processes.
Experience with everyday operations in an ESD electrical test lab Environment.
Experience with electrical testing and equipment (Voltmeter, CAN diagnostics…)
Experience working with multiple OS systems MAC, Windows, Linux, Debian based OS.
Familiarity with automated test equipment such as system DUT architecture and automotive software development tools.
Understanding of HV (High Voltage) - LV (Low Voltage) and safety awareness
High level of interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced EE Lab environment.
Willing to work flexible hours and passionate about getting jobs done.
Hands-on approach: Proactively identifies and fills in gaps where needed.

Responsibilities

Setting up DUT (Device Under Test) system test benches for functional acceptance testing.
Ability to set up and utilize standard test equipment such as oscilloscopes power analyzers, variable power supplies and digital multimeters with no direction.
Troubleshoot, root cause and document electronic functional failures.
Perform wire harness assembly crimp and pin, soldering / de-soldering, some SMT soldering, etc.
Deep Understanding of electrical schematics, drawings and use detailed vehicle harness diagrams.
Fabricate special test equipment supporting development and validation testing of automotive electronic components.
Basic understanding of networking and routing of system architecture.
Ability to use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio, Lucid charts, etc.
Able to move / lift heavy boxes and equipment.
Tasks will include shipping and receiving / packaging etc.
Manage and maintain Lab test equipment, asset management and distribution / Inventory control.