Engineering Technician, Prototypes

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Role Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in new and ambiguous situations that demand innovative problem-solving techniques. In this role, you will support development and validation teams to design, build, commission, and maintain HIL (Hardware-in-Loop) and similar subsystem assets, ensuring their timely delivery to support program development goals. You will be a strong advocate and example of collaboration across development teams within and outside of the organization while solving challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support build of early electrical system prototypes and equipment racks from assembly to commissioning and comprehensive troubleshooting.
• Support design, design reviews and build of prototype harnesses, including logical, physical design, and build using industry best practices.
• Support design, design reviews and build of prototype mechanical structures, including drawings, light fabrication and assembly as needed.
• Ensure all builds meet project requirements for quality and build specification.
• Coordinate across complimentary teams in the organization to leverage the full range of support available for project goals.
• Support as needed when outsourcing design or assembly during peak demand periods and act as technical liaison with the supplier, ensuring high alignment and quality of delivered product.
• Lead commissioning of prototype assets by performing safety checks, uploading software, performing system level functional checks and troubleshooting as needed.
• Coordinate ongoing maintenance of the prototype fleet. Log and track all updates to ensure all assets are fully representative of the latest design revision.
• Own shop equipment and specialized tooling maintenance and upkeep.
• Coordinate to maximize prototype fleet uptime by supporting scheduled functional checks and diagnosing system-level issues as they arise.

Qualifications

• Technical/vocational certificate in-vehicle systems or related field.
• 3+ Hands-on experience designing, building and troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems in early development stages.
• 3+ Years of experience working with Software and Hardware.
• Experience building harnesses and performing high-quality crimps (IPC-620 Certification a plus).
• Strong electrical system troubleshooting skillset required and comfortable interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams is preferred.
• Familiarity with prototype manufacturing techniques and their application (including 3D printing, machining, and welding) is preferred.
• Familiarity with configuring network interfaces on Windows and Linux PCs is preferred.
• Experience with basic mechanical design and CAD preferred.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and apply creative and critical thinking to deliver exceptional results.
• Good team player with excellent communication.

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Palo Alto Based Applicants: $93,000 - $116,300 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Irvine Based Applicants: $85,600 - $107,000 (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.

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