Staff Test & Validation Engineer, Motor Systems

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.

• Develop and maintain tools focused on Traction Motor test systems, data acquisition & automated data
  analysis for existing and upcoming test control systems.
• Develop Data Acquisition setups to test Electric Motor, Electric Drive subsystems and Lubrication
  system components.
• Develop Automated Test Scripts and Guide/Assist test Operators in the development and testing.
• Develop scripts for Automated Data Analysis and Report.
• Ensure test systems are controlled in a safe and consistent manner. Create summary reports for all
  conducted tests and provide data analytics from the collected data during testing.
• Participate in lab equipment selection, procurement of Motor Test Systems and Equipment.
• Responsible for DVPR Creation, execution from concept to Production with minimum guidance.

• Bachelors or Master's in electrical, Electronics Engineering or a related field Engineering with 7 to 10
  years of Electrical Motors or Electrical HW testing & development experience required.
• Expertise in NI LabVIEW programming, & thorough knowledge of CAN communication.
• Experience in NI Veristand configuration, development & maintenance of new & existing HIL systems.
• Experience with Test control, Data acquisition systems, build test control cabinets & Calibrate
  instrumentation.
• Experience in Vector CANalyzer/canoe scripting in CAPL.
• Expertise in instrumentation such as thermocouples, torque sensors, strain gauges, accelerometers,
  pressure gauges, flow meters.
• Strong problem-solving skills & Experience with Electrical, Mechanical Hardware trouble shooting.
• Experience in data analysis and scripting for automated data analysis tools such as NI diadem, is
  preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment

Salary Range California-Based Applicants: $125,000 - $156,200 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental, and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is adequate on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

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