Irvine, California Hybrid Employment

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is hiring a Prototype EDS Engineer - System Prototypes

Responsibilities

  • Lead the strategy for ingesting and managing data and release inputs from partner teams, including schematics, bills of materials, and related updates.
  • Map product releases to specific build stages and assess design risks associated with prototype development.
  • Collaborate with design teams to refine harness design workflows, emphasizing rapid iteration and accommodating changes due to early data availability.
  • Serve as the primary resource for EDS expertise, supporting multiple development teams with technical insights for design and diagnostic needs.
  • Apply existing knowledge to develop creative short- and long-term solutions for evolving design challenges.
  • Support full lifecycle design and assembly of advanced prototype systems, with focus on integrating early electronic control units and end devices for comprehensive hardware and software validation.
  • Cover a broad design scope including system architecture, wiring harnesses, lightweight mechanical structures, and system integration.
  • Conduct detailed technical assessments of prototype requirements, aligning them with vehicle program timelines and working proactively with teams to validate upcoming features.

Compensation

Full-time roles include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity. Benefits are tailored to local market standards.

Work Arrangement

Not specified

Team

Collaborative engineering environment focused on prototype system development

Total Rewards

Full-time positions include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity. In addition to base salary, the company offers benefits tailored to the local market. For more information on the benefits available for full-time employees, check out our Global Benefits Site.

Equal Opportunity

The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, disability, marital status, age, military or veteran status, medical condition, or other protected characteristics under applicable law. Compliance with fair employment practices related to citizenship and immigration is strictly maintained.

Candidate Data Privacy

Personal information may be collected, used, and disclosed during the application and recruitment process. This includes contact details, demographics, education, employment history, communications, social media profiles, device data, and preferences. Data is used to manage interactions with the recruiting system, evaluate candidates, conduct background checks, support employment contracts, comply with legal obligations, maintain records, secure information systems, and as otherwise permitted by law. Candidate data may be shared internally with authorized personnel, affiliates, and third-party service providers such as background check and cloud service vendors. Data may be transferred or stored internationally, including in the United States, Canada, the European Union, and cloud environments, and may be subject to local laws and access by authorities.

Other

  • External candidates must apply through the company careers site at https://rivianvw.tech/#careers.
  • Current employees should apply via the internal job board.
  • The company is committed to accessibility in hiring for individuals with disabilities. Accommodations can be requested by emailing candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
  • Providing a mobile number may result in SMS messages for recruitment purposes such as scheduling and updates. Message and data rates may apply. Candidates can opt out by replying STOP. SMS consent is not required for employment consideration.

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About company
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

Advancing the capabilities of software-defined vehicles to create a world where every new vehicle becomes more intelligent, more sustainable and more enjoyable over time.

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 technologies that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.

Our reach spans the world’s most recognized automotive brands, allowing us to bring new experiences to a broad market quickly. By combining our unique backgrounds — EV innovator and longtime automotive leader — we can tackle big challenges from fresh angles.

We’re accelerating the global transition to electric vehicles, helping create safer roadways and a more sustainable planet for everyone.

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Job Details
Department Technology and Innovation
Category embedded
Posted 4 months ago