Systems Test and Integration Engineer - Thermal
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Software Engineer
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 SummaryRivian 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.
Responsibilities- Lead test and integration of new features in areas of dynamics/propulsion and thermal controls
- Lead efforts to bring up software to support new vehicle platforms, working closely with systems engineers and software developers
- Lead efforts to root-cause bugs identified during test and integration; propose elegant and robust solutions to address issues identified
- Identify gaps, opportunities for improving testing efficiency and processes
- Review results of regression testing, identify critical issues and propose path to resolution
- Define and execute vehicle level test cases
- Ensure comprehensive catalog of regression test cases exist to ensure quality of released software
- Predict integration issues ahead of time and take action to mitigate risks
- A degree in either Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering
- 5+ years experience with test and integration of software in an automotive setting
- Strong understanding of thermal domains in an automotive setting required
- Experience scripting with Python, coding with C/C++
- Experience bringing together engineers, cross-functional stakeholders to arrive at effective technical solutions to problems
- Ability to thrive under pressure and apply creative and critical thinking to deliver exceptional results
- Good team player with excellent communication skills
- Experience testing vehicles at proving grounds is a plus
- Proven track record of solving problems using first principles
- Travel up to 25%
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: $171,100 - $213,900 (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 and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
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.
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