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 You're responsible for the development and delivery execution of electrical systems within a given Vehicle Line. Role requires high levels of initiative, independent judgement, and indirect leadership capability. You're the voice of the electrical engineering function within the vehicle team. You will be responsible to drive the Design, Development, Release, Validation and Launch Execution for Electrical Systems of new vehicle lines, in partnership with Electrical Hardware functional teams, software and external Product Development stakeholders. You'll collate and ensure awareness of overall departmental program deliverable status, proactively communicate risks and mitigation strategies and balance cost & delivery. Responsibilities Work closely with all aspects of the electrical team (systems/integration/design) to build out the master development and integration schedule; drive this development and integration cycle into the vehicle-level program schedules and highlight technical/timeline risks holistically Work closely with the electrical architecture, component design teams and software teams to drive electrical development throughout the v-cycle. Work with the vehicle line and other teams to drive critical path and ensure synchronized deliveries. Lead and push integration to the vehicle via design reviews including driving solutions for integration issues, ensuring all pre series builds are supported to effectively launch the vehicle Generate meaningful development metrics and responsible for program deliverables status at weekly reviews and collation of departmental status for program gateways Issue resolution champion and roadblock remover Work in close proximity to the Vehicle Line, other Product Development leads, and Software leads to cascade status/issues/and critical paths bidirectionally to an indirect team Collaborate with operations/manufacturing teams on design for manufacturability initiatives Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the position Qualifications 6+ years experience on a program team or equivalent experience BS+ in Engineering or similar technical degree required Integration and launch experience on a vehicle or highly complex electromechanical system Strong communication skills in technical and nontechnical domains Outstanding collaboration capabilities within and across organizations Product Release and automotive quality processes experience Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical/software systems Passion for working on ambiguous problems/initiatives and developing new frameworks for collaboration and execution Pay Disclosure Salary Range for California Based Candidates: $167,400.00 - $209,300.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums. Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [email protected]. Candidate Data Privacy Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. 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