Sr. ECU HW Diagnostics Engineer

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventuroous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

About the role

Leading the on-site investigation for electrical hardware ECU failures RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and troubleshooting vehicle ECU-related failures. Rivian is seeking a world-class leader to serve in the ECU HW Diagnostics Engineer role who will build and lead the issue resolution for repetitive concerns found in vehicles during production, launch and field environments.

Responsibilities

• Support Vehicle Electrical ECU Hardware/Software Issues at our Normal, IL Plant and maintain manufacturing output.
• Work cross-functionally with other teams on root cause analysis.
• Work closely with offsite engineering for trials.
• Lead the failure analysis on ECU defects found in Factory and in-warranty.
• Hands-on testing and deep circuit analysis of ECUs.
• Develop metrics to show trends and ongoing continual quality improvement.
• Drive issues back to the owner for assessment and corrective/preventive action.
• Report on findings to upper management.
• Influence future design direction and technology improvements with Product Development.
• Work on hands-on projects with Benches, testers, and vehicles.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing teams to identify, understand, and resolve issues:
  • General Assembly, EOL and Operations to identify areas of concern and drive containment.
  • Engineering teams (Electrical/Software/Mechanical) to coordinate onsite activities, resolve, and root cause problems.
  • Failure Analysis Labs to gather information and review data and evidence.

Qualifications

• BS+ Electrical Engineering, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or Equivalent.
• Ability to collaborate with line workers and other engineers.
• Experience on major vehicle/Product launches, PCBA, and Diagnostics.
• 3+ years of experience working in a product development or volume manufacturing environment.
• Curiosity to dive deep into electrical, software, and mechanical issues.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools (oscilloscope, DMM, CANalyzer, calipers) to aid in debugging.
• Demonstrated strong creative thinking and problem-solving toolbox.
• Strong knowledge of reading electrical schematics.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $89,900 - $112,400 for Normal, IL-based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including but not limited to specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual performance bonus and equity awards.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to:

• Paid vacation and paid sick leave.
• A competitive portfolio of insurance benefits, including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees.
• Opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements.

Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.