Sr. Vehicle Testing Engineer

Rivian • Wittmann, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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 are supporting all vehicle testing at a proving ground location for Rivian. At that location, you work closely with a shop of highly qualified technicians for both the setup and instrumentation of a vehicle. The types of testing will vary, but will be dependent on other groups within Rivian that will need testing performed for them remotely. Groups that interact closely with the test engineering group include dynamics, homologation, vehicle attributes, NVH, and more. Producing high quality test results utilizing the latest Rivian prototype vehicles on a shared proving ground with other OEMs involves challenges requiring teamwork, technical knowledge, and a great attitude.

Requirements

• 3+ years in a similar role
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related science from an accredited university
• Experience running and maintaining a variety of vehicle level and component level tests
• Detailed experience working hands-on with in-vehicle data acquisition systems including installation, use, and data analysis
• Direct experience working with CAN, LIN, and Ethernet vehicle data networks, including debugging and reverse engineering
• Willing to travel up to of 10% of the time
• Eye for detail with a focus on quality
• Proven experience with at least 2 major vehicle systems (ie. Electric Powertrain, Chassis / Suspension, HVAC, Braking, etc.)
• Team first mentality
• Innate curiosity about all things automotive
• Ability to work autonomously

Nice To Haves

• Racing/professional high performance instrumentation background preferred
• Proving ground and on-road / on-track experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan, track, support, lead, execute, and report on full vehicle and sub-system development, validation, and homologation testing for multiple engineering teams, such as dynamics, powertrain, NVH, body controls, chassis durability, and other attribute groups
• Assist in prototype vehicle test planning, high level timing plans, software and calibration updates, data analysis, and control system data collection
• Execution and documentation of specific portions of the vehicle and component DVP&R using Jira, Jama, and Rivian proprietary tool sets
• Instrumentation of test articles including thermocouples (Type J and K), video cameras, strain gauges, accelerometers, and load transducers
• Create and modify test documentation including test instructions, Rivian test specifications, and summary reports from vehicle testing
• Drive vehicles at proving grounds and other off-site public and private test locations, including extreme weather condition areas, off-road, remote urban, overseas, etc.
• Specify and procure sensors and systems for all aspects of vehicle measurement (CAN, thermal, NVH, and others)
• Perform subjective evaluations for remote design and engineering teams
• Lead initial root cause analysis for issues found on vehicles at the proving ground
• Liaison across multiple engineering departments and multiple cross-functional teams

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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