Sr. Firmware Integration Engineer

Rivian • Normal, IL

15d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Sr. Firmware Integration Engineer at Rivian, you will lead and ensure proper execution on all vehicle/module SW/FW flashing, system initialization processes and functional tests on the General Assembly line. This position will be in our Normal, Illinois manufacturing plant.

Requirements

• BS degree in mechanical, electrical, software, or related engineering discipline
• 7+ years of experience in an engineering role in or closely related to manufacturing, electro-mechanical device manufacturing preferred
• Expertise with Vector and/or Peak CAN based diagnostic tools or ability to learn quickly
• Expertise with HW testing and electrical testing of modules
• Expertise with vehicle communication protocols (DoIP, CAN, CANFD, FlexRAY, LIN, etc)
• Strong Experience with DTC analyze testing failure to determine the root cause of failures and work with a multi-discipline team to correct them
• Strong knowledge in electric diagnostics, and design for manufacturing
• Diligent at documenting issues, with a passion for process improvement and automation
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and deliver technical projects
• Collaborate with multiple cross functional disciplines, including external stakeholders
• Think fast, prioritize, and make decisions that benefit Rivian as a whole
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• OTA background an advantage

Responsibilities

• Primary interface between the SW Development teams and Operations teams
• Interpret technical requirements from SW teams, generate and feedback ideas for manufacturing and test optimization
• Root cause Issues from GA that stem due to flash lab/ software
• Lead and help develop pre-launch builds, vehicle commissioning and sustain production
• Lead investigations for process issues leading to electrical/SW failures and ensure all issues are driven to resolution, including immediate mitigation and permanent solution
• Challenge assumptions that are not backed by a thorough engineering evaluation, and prioritize tasks to ensure smooth vehicle launch and new product introductions
• Provide regular, metric-based project updates to management team

Benefits

• paid vacation
• paid sick leave
• life insurance
• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• short-term disability insurance
• long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior