The Sr. Test and Validation Engineer at Rivian will play a crucial role in the charging and energy test and validation team located in Torrance, CA. This position involves planning and executing tests for both current and next-generation charging systems. The engineer will collaborate closely with various teams to ensure comprehensive validation of Rivian's Charging & Energy products. The role requires a strong technical background and hands-on experience in hardware testing.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience leading validation efforts in the high-power electrical product field.
• Experience in test planning and execution from program inception to final validation signoff.
• Skilled in hands-on hardware testing at a system level.
• Prior experience in test plan development, equipment selection, and test execution.
• Familiarity with CAN, Ethernet, Linux, and LabView.
• Experience working with medium and high voltage systems up to 1000VDC.
• Strong technical communication and documentation skills.
• Exposure to industry standards such as MIL-STD-50G, UL 2202, UL 2594, UL 1741, and UL 50E is a plus.
• Exposure to ISO 17025, ILAC, or A2LA Laboratory accreditation standards and practices is a plus.

• Develop and maintain the end-to-end validation plan of Rivian's Charging & Energy products.
• Work closely with the software and hardware engineering teams to understand test requirements.
• Develop test procedures to define instructions on test setup and execution.
• Design and modify test fixtures and instrumentation for charging equipment testing.
• Provide direction to lab personnel in setting up and executing system tests.
• Participate in design reviews, requirement reviews, DFMEAs, and Hazard Analyses.
• Support hands-on technical root cause analysis and resolution of issues found during testing.
• Log and manage software and hardware issues to resolution.
• Lead tear down analysis and post-processing of hardware at the end of tests.
• Work with appropriate teams to convey learnings to feed back into requirements.

• 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.