Sr. Controls Test & Integration Engineer

Job description

About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter.

From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

The road to the future is uncharted.

By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward.

Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.

Role Summary We are looking for a dedicated and innovative Senior Controls Test and Integration Engineer to be in our software development team.

This key role includes developing, integrating, and rigorously testing control systems for critical vehicle features across high and low voltage batteries and thermal management systems.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in electrical, mechanical, or computer science engineering, along with proven experience in software testing and calibration within automotive or aerospace control systems.

Responsibilities Lead strategic planning, development, and execution reporting for comprehensive testing of vehicle, HV, and thermal assets related to energy storage & distribution and thermal features.

This includes: Architecting and developing robust test plans with clearly defined test & validation Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure seamless end-to-end integration of cross-functional features for energy storage, distribution, and thermal control systems (e.g., HV power moding, range and efficiency, charging, and pack thermal conditioning).

Strategically allocating tests across various physical assets (e.g., lab cars, HV benches, full vehicles) based on thorough test coverage requirements and cost-effectiveness.

Executing tests and conducting in-depth, feature-level analysis based on test engineering data, proactively identifying gaps in both implementation and design.

Leading the execution of vehicle and HV asset regression testing for critical release candidates.

Conducting thorough deep dives into new and complex failures in collaboration with developers and systems engineers to achieve a comprehensive understanding of the underlying technical aspects and collaboratively establish robust and timely resolution timelines.

Systematically tracking, prioritizing, and driving the resolution of software quality gaps, providing clear, actionable, and data-driven metrics per OTA release to inform critical decisions.

Providing key technical input and actively contributing to the critical sign-off process for embedded software quality during vehicle and HV asset testing, ensuring strict adherence to established quality and safety standards.

Leveraging automation tools to streamline workflows by automating the post-processing of physical asset test results and the efficient generation of comprehensive reports.

Presenting clear, concise, and data-backed software quality status updates for vehicle and HV asset test and integration, progress on key roadmap items, and potential risks to leadership for every critical software sign-off.

Playing a key role in defining relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for insightful fleet data analysis of energy storage & distribution and thermal features, and rigorously qualifying software releases against defined release milestones.

Qualifications Bachelor's or Master’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.

Minimum 3 years of proven experience in controls development, integration, or calibration within the automotive or aerospace industries (preferred).

Strong understanding of fundamental control theory principles and algorithm design methodologies, including compensator design and closed-loop controller tuning.

Solid and demonstrable knowledge of battery management systems, energy management strategies, charging technologies, and automotive/EV thermal controls at both the comprehensive systems and detailed software integration levels.

Working familiarity with software development programming languages relevant to embedded systems (e.g., C, C++, Rust, and/or Python).

Proven track record in software integration, calibration, vehicle-level testing methodologies, and/or effective software debugging at the feature level.

Experience utilizing requirements management tools (e.g., Jama, Doors) for traceability and verification.

Experience utilizing issue tracking tools (e.g., Jira) for efficient defect management and resolution.

Hands-on experience with communication bus monitoring tools (e.g., Vector CANalyzer) for effective system analysis.

Practical experience with software calibration tools (e.g., Vector CANape, ETAS INCA) for parameter optimization.

Previous HV Safety training and certification for working with high voltage energy systems is a plus.

Strong validation-driven mindset with a clear focus on achieving comprehensive test coverage across a diverse range of test assets (automated virtual software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, lab car, HV assets, and full vehicle).

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely report findings to leadership and collaborate effectively across multiple engineering teams.

Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed to support testing activities.

Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Irvine, California Based Applicants: $135,100 - 178,900 USD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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.

Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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.

We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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.

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Required Skill Profession

Engineers