Job Description

About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary Our Platform Architecture team works to create the next-generation vehicle systems. In this role we are looking for a lead to help steer some of the vehicle power and energy distribution requirements for the low-voltage electrical systems. Responsibilities Performing research and development tasks for emerging technologies and preparing technical Steer technology adoption across various organizations Create architectural tradeoff’s considering cost, mass, performance, and serviceability. Break down functions and features to their core components and work with teams to build them into unified solutions. Balancing competing requirements, work cross-functionally in teams, driving and representing electrical functions in vehicle architectural discussions and decisions for upcoming Rivian vehicle platforms, and maintaining engineering performance budgets. Working cross-functionally, drive and decompose requirements from product requirements down to electrical component level requirements. Support development of vehicle logical schematics and overall electrical architecture of the program. Qualifications 8+ years of experience working in electrical systems or electronics design. Advanced engineering degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent degree. Ability to lead multiple teams with a technology from concept to production. High EQ and the ability to collaborate to with others. Ability to deep dive into first principles to reach proposed solution(s). Deep functional distribution knowledge as it relates to highly technical. Deep technical understanding of mass, weight, power and trade-offs across a vehicle. Good understanding of the software and system integration of components. High technical competence in electrical engineering. Strong Creative thinking and problem-solving toolbox. Pay Disclosure Salary Range for (Irvine) California Based Applicants: $196,000 - $245,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law) Salary Range for (Palo Alto) California Based Applicants: $213,000 - $266,300 (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 employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26 Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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