Staff Motor Controls Integration Engineer

This role at Rivian focuses on the development and integration testing of electric motor control and embedded software features for vehicle platforms. The successful candidate will work closely with Controls Engineers and Embedded Software Engineers to ensure the functionality of motor controls and inverter software.

Responsibilities

• Work with Controls Engineers and Embedded Software Engineers to test and verify the functionality of motor controls and inverter software features.
• Lead vehicle testing and integration activities.
• Maintain the health of the vehicle fleet and root-cause software, mechanical, and electrical issues.
• Develop and test motor control algorithms and calibrations for high-power electric drive systems.
• Perform validation testing at the system level and subcomponent level according to specifications.
• Perform software regression and release testing for inverter control algorithms on dyno and vehicle platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, vehicle test, diagnostics, and service teams.
• Provide technical and constructive feedback to feature owners based on vehicle testing and data analysis.
• Participate in vehicle test trip support for cold- and hot-weather testing.

Requirements

• M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Vehicle Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of EV industry experience or equivalent
• Hands-on experience working in vehicle test environments and high-voltage, high-power laboratory settings
• Knowledge of the theory and principles of AC electric machine drives and three-phase switching power converter topologies
• Extensive experience with data logging methodologies and hardware implementations
• Fluency in model-based design using MATLAB/Simulink
• Experience developing digital control algorithms for three-phase switching power converters and AC electric machines
• Fluency in C and C++ programming languages
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 30%

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
• Employee discounts on computers, mobile phones, home loans, and pet care

Pay

$171,100 - $213,900 per year

Schedule

Full-time