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Staff Power Electronic Controls Engineer

Rivian

Location

Torrance, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/9/2026

Compensation

$171,100 - $213,900 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 99%·Filings 685·New hires 98·
Established Sponsor
·FY 2025

Job description

As a Staff Power Electronics Controls Engineer at Rivian, you will play a crucial role in developing intelligent control systems for electric vehicles and energy solutions. The team focuses on creating innovative power conversion systems that contribute to a cleaner and more efficient future. You will be involved in the entire lifecycle of control systems, from concept to real-world application. This position requires a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in power electronics and control algorithms.

Requirements

  • An MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering specializing in Power Electronics or Controls.
  • A strong theoretical and practical understanding of power electronics control.
  • Familiarity with AC/DC, DC/AC, and DC/DC resonant converter topologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop robust control algorithms from scratch.
  • Proven experience in developing and verifying control algorithms for switching power converters.
  • Expertise in MATLAB/Simulink and experience with power converter modeling tools.
  • Solid programming skills in C/C++ and Python.

Responsibilities

  • Designing and optimizing control algorithms for power electronics applications.
  • Utilizing advanced simulation tools to evaluate circuit topologies and components.
  • Translating application requirements into effective controller specifications.
  • Developing and implementing novel control strategies at system and component levels.
  • Testing and troubleshooting control algorithms in simulated and physical environments.
  • Creating detailed power electronics models to analyze controller performance.
  • Defining comprehensive tests to validate algorithms and their interactions with system features.
  • Collaborating closely with engineers from various disciplines to achieve project goals.

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.

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