Staff Power Electronic Controls Engineer

Rivian • Torrance, CA

36d

About The Position

Imagine being at the heart of the electric revolution. Our team is developing the intelligent control systems that power everything from lightning-fast EV charging to smart home energy grids and the core power electronics within electric vehicles. We're not just building products; we're building a cleaner, more efficient future. As a Staff Power Electronics Controls Engineer, you'll be a key player in bringing these innovative power conversion systems to life. You'll be responsible for the entire journey of our control systems, from initial concepts to real-world impact.

Requirements

• An MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering specializing in Power Electronics or Controls (MSc with 3+ years of experience, PhD is a plus).
• A strong theoretical and practical understanding of power electronics control, with excellent analytical skills. You're familiar with the inner workings of AC/DC, DC/AC and DC/DC resonant converter topologies (Vienna, Totem Pole, DAB, LLC, and CLLC are in your vocabulary).
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and develop robust control algorithms from scratch, covering software architecture, implementation, integration, and testing.
• Proven experience in developing, implementing, and verifying control algorithms for switching power converters using both simulation and hardware platforms.
• Expertise in MATLAB/Simulink and experience with power converter modeling tools (e.g., PLECS) and real-time simulation platforms (like Opal-RT, Typhoon HIL).
• Solid programming skills in C/C++ and Python, with a focus on writing high-quality code for embedded systems.
• A proactive, self-driven attitude with a strong attention to detail and the ability thrive in a dynamic, deadline-oriented environment

Responsibilities

• Pioneering Control: Designing and optimizing control algorithms for a diverse portfolio of power electronics applications, including EV chargers, bidirectional residential systems, and onboard vehicle power.
• Virtual Prototyping: Utilizing advanced simulation tools to evaluate circuit topologies and components, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
• Defining Intelligence: Translating application requirements into clear and effective controller specifications.
• Algorithm Innovation: Developing and implementing novel control strategies at both the system and component levels.
• Hands-on Validation: Rigorously testing and troubleshooting your control algorithms in both simulated and physical hardware environments.
• Digital Twin Development: Creating detailed power electronics models to analyze and verify the robustness and performance of your controllers across all operating conditions.
• System Integration: Defining comprehensive tests to validate your algorithms and their interaction with other system features.
• Team Up: Collaborating closely with talented system, electrical, and software engineers to achieve ambitious goals.

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