Battery Test and Validation Engineer II

Location: Normal, IL | Type: Full-time

About the role

As a Battery Test and Validation Engineer II at Rivian, you will play a crucial role in the battery test team. Your primary focus will be on testing current and next-generation high voltage battery systems, collaborating closely with validation and design engineers. You will utilize your creativity to design and execute test methods in a state-of-the-art battery lab. This position requires strong technical leadership and effective communication across various teams to ensure timely delivery of testing outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and direction to lab personnel in setting up and executing tests on Li-Ion battery systems.
• Initiate the design of tests and validation assessments and drive the development of detailed test outlines and methods for high voltage battery systems.
• Execute and maintain testing on high voltage battery systems using approved procedures and test plans.
• Provide detailed data analytics from data collected during testing.
• Communicate feedback related to battery failure modes discovered during testing to relevant engineers.
• Participate in Bill of Design assessments and support technical root cause analysis.
• Design and modify fixtures and instrumentation for battery testing.
• Support design reviews for product development and change management.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or a similar discipline.
• Minimum 1 year of automotive or battery experience in a related field.
• Experience with High Voltage Battery Testing, including battery cycling and electrical/thermal performance, especially around Li-Ion based chemistries.
• Expertise with automotive test tools such as Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, Tracetronic ECU-Test, or Vehicle Spy.
• Experience working with battery cycling test equipment.
• Understanding of high voltage, stored energy, FMVSS, and battery safety.
• Expertise in instrumentation including Thermocouples, RTDs, Strain Gauges, Accelerometers, Pressure Gauges, Flow Meters, and Data Loggers.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic software scripting abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) and potential RSU grants.
• Performance bonuses.
• Generous time off including paid parental and sick leave.
• 24/7 mental-health coaching and therapy.
• Hinge Health for Anthem enrollees.
• Tuition assistance and professional development.
• On-site food and a wide range of employee discounts (computers, mobile phones, home loans, pet care, etc.).

Pay

$71,000 - $88,800 per year