Sr. Thermal Controls Test & Integration

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.

We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Controls Software Engineer to join our Thermal Controls software development team. This role is integral to the development and integration of control systems for various vehicle features, including cabin cooling, cabin heating, battery cooling, battery heating, and actuator control development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical or mechanical engineering, with a focus on automotive or aerospace control systems.

• Develop embedded software in C for automotive ECUs
• Architect and develop control systems for various vehicle subsystems such as refrigeration, coolant, external airflow, and HVAC to be executed on embedded controllers
• Review requirements and produce high-level functional specification designs to offer control solutions
• Create test cases and scripts to validate features in unit test, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test, and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test environments
• Conduct software testing and calibration on vehicles
• Develop intuitive diagnostic interfaces for controllers to facilitate troubleshooting and maintenance
• Utilize a multidisciplinary approach to troubleshoot functional problems within our vehicles by addressing root causes across physical, electrical, and software domains.
• Prioritize and escalation issues based on user impact and program objectives for prompt resolution

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields
• 3+ years of experience working with controls development, integration, or calibration - automotive or aerospace experience preferred
• Strong proficiency in C, C++, Rust, and/or Python
• Knowledgeable about control theory principles & algorithm design like compensator design and PID tuning
• Familiar with fundamentals of heat transfer and thermodynamics
• Working experience in firmware integration, calibration, vehicle-level testing, and/or SW debugging at the feature level
• Familiar with thermal and HVAC components including but not limited to water pumps, AC compressors, expansion valves, blower fans, and HVAC modules preferred
• Working experience with requirements management tools (Jama, Doors, or equivalent) preferred
• Working experience with issue tracking tools (Jira or equivalent) preferred
• Working experience with communication bus monitoring tools (Vector CANalyzer or equivalent) preferred
• Working experience with software calibration tools (Vector CANape, ETAS INCA, or equivalent) preferred
• Working experience with developing automated test cases in the unit testing, SIL, and/or HIL environment;
  Pytest, OpenHTF, or equivalent experience preferred
• Willingness to travel up to 15% as required

Total compensation packages for full-time positions include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity.

In addition, our benefits package has been designed to support the health and wellness of our employees. Benefit offerings include Flex Time Off, retirement savings plans as well as medical, vision and dental coverage. For more information on RV Tech’s comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, check out our Global Benefits Site.

External candidates can apply for this role through the RV Tech Careers site (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board.

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