Sr. Electronics Lab Technician II

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous 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

The Sr. Electronics Lab Technician will perform functional acceptance testing of circuit board assemblies and power electronic units following defined test procedures. You will support development and validation testing of high voltage automotive power electronic components, in addition to fabricating special test equipment, electronic test boxes, and harnesses. This position is based in Torrance, CA and requires on-site work reporting to the Lab Operation Manager.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate special test equipment, electronic test boxes, and harnesses
• Design and fabricate simple mechanical fixtures and jigs
• Perform functional acceptance testing of circuit board assemblies and power electronic units following defined test procedures
• Support development and validation testing of high-voltage automotive power electronic components
• Troubleshoot, root cause, and document electronic assembly issues
• Perform printed circuit board assembly modifications such as component rework, soldering/de-soldering of electronic components
• Read electrical schematics and use manufacturers’ product data sheets
• Procure necessary tools, equipment, and components for prototype builds
• Set up and utilize standard test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, power supplies, and digital multimeters with no direction
• Use instrumentation such as thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, pressure gauges, and flow meters
• Use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe practices

Requirements

• Technical degree in electronics preferred
• 5+ years of experience fabricating special test equipment for low/high voltage power electronics
• 5+ years of experience with soldering, handling lab equipment & board re-work
• Ability to read electrical schematics and use manufacturers’ product data sheets
• Experience building electrical test boxes and harnesses from schematics
• A strong understanding and experience in prototype and fabrication shop processes
• Able to solder/desolder at a component level skill
• Experience using hand and power tools
• High level of interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with teams to support and/or lead engineering projects
• Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment
• Willing to work flexible hours and passionate about getting jobs done
• Hands-on approach: proactively identifies and fills in gaps where needed
• High level of understanding and experience with High Voltage and safety awareness

Pay

The salary range for this role is USD 37.42/hr - 46.77/hr for Southern California 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 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
• Paid sick leave
• Life, medical, dental, vision insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (eligibility requirements apply)

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.