Staff Test Engineer, Drivetrain

About RivianRivian 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 SummaryThe Future Programs team exists to expand the definition of Electric Adventure Vehicle with new product and ecosystem solutions. We are specifically focused on addressing local transportation and the outsized impact towards Keeping the World Adventurous Forever that comes with disrupting short, high emission trips.ResponsibilitiesWork with design, reliablity, quality, and service to identify failure modes and generate design validation plansDevelop specifications for test infrastructure required to perform product validation testingGenerate proposals for make vs. buy decisions related to test infrastructureIf “make” then design, build, instrument, and automate test equipmentComission test equipmentOperate test infrastructure in support of product development testingOwn the upkeep, modification and capability expansion of test infrastructure systemsTrain technicians and test engineers on the proper use of test infrastructure systemsPost process test data and present findings to product design teams and leadershipQuality troubleshooting resulting in supplier corrective actionQualificationsProficiency in hands-on mechanical integration, assembly, troubleshooting and documentation of mechanical and electromechanical systemsBasic knowledge of electrical harness fabrication techniques and the ability to build & quality test basic electrical harnesses in support of integration and test activitiesUnderstanding of mechanical & electrical safety measures and comfortable working around 1kW+ power supplies, batteries, power transmission systemsAbility to clearly document and present project material to all levels of leadershipProficiency in 3D modeling and product lifecycle management (PLM). Catia preferred but not requiredProficiency in MATLAB, Python, or equivalent programming languageStrong fundamental knowledge of statics, dynamics, and mechanics of materialsStrong fundamental understanding of material properties, heat treatmentExperience with finite element analysis for evaluating stress, strain, and modal responseStrong familiarity with precision test equipment, motion systems, metrology and data acquisitionPay DisclosureSalary range for California Based Applicants: $135,800-$169,800 (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 effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.Equal OpportunityRivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.Candidate Data PrivacyRivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.  Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.Job type: FULL TIMECategories: Mechanical & Electrical Engineering