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Sr. EMC Test Engineer

Rivian

Location

Irvine, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/9/2026

Compensation

$121,000 - $151,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202697.5% approval+60% YoY
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Job description

Rivian is seeking an Electromagnetic Compatibility Test Engineer to join their team focused on the rapidly growing electric vehicle market. This role involves providing EMC technical expertise for the design and verification of PCBAs and ECUs in various vehicle platforms. The ideal candidate will assess electromagnetic interactions and provide integration guidance to ensure optimal vehicle performance. The team values diverse backgrounds and a shared passion for the outdoors and sustainability.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or similar discipline with 3 years of work experience, or a Master's degree with 1 year of experience, or a PhD with no experience.
  • Good understanding of electrical circuit fundamentals including analog circuits, RLC tank circuits, transmission line theory, and switch mode power supplies.
  • Strong hands-on electronics debugging skills and the ability to collaborate across organizations and teams.
  • Experience with scripting languages for data analysis such as Matlab, Python, or CAN.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with hardware designers to develop next-generation control electronics for Rivian vehicles.
  • Test ECU and vehicle design margins in Rivian EMC laboratories.
  • Improve accuracy and automate RIVIAN EMC test methods and data acquisition for efficiency.
  • Develop systems engineering models for sub-system EMI Source/Victim interactions in vehicles.
  • Contribute to electrical and mechanical integration and wiring harness design.

Benefits

  • Employees at Rivian are often offered comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, ESPP and potential RSU grants, performance bonuses, and generous time off including paid parental and sick leave. Perks can include 24/7 mental-health coaching and therapy, Hinge Health for Anthem enrollees, tuition assistance and professional development, plus on-site food and a wide range of employee discounts on items like computers, mobile phones, home loans, and pet care.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Rivian Automotive Llc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

101

FY2026

Approval rate

97.5%

FY2026

LCA certified

258

FY2026

Entry-level share

3.9%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+60%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-42%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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