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Staff Electronics Design Engineer

Rivian

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/1/2026

Compensation

$167,000 - $209,000 per year

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

The Staff Electronic Design Engineer at Rivian will be responsible for the design, bring-up, and validation of low voltage electrical systems for current and future products. This role requires collaboration across various teams to address hardware and software integration challenges. The engineer will engage in prototyping and manufacturing processes while ensuring compliance with Rivian's standards. A strong focus on problem-solving and creative thinking is essential to drive reliable and efficient designs.

Requirements

  • BS + 10 years or MS + 8 years or PhD + 6 years or equivalent experience in electrical engineering or related field.
  • Hardware design experience in analog, digital, and mixed-signal interfaces.
  • Experience with schematic design tools, PCB layout, FPGA development systems, and simulation tools such as Spice and Matlabs.
  • Familiarity with C programming and microcontroller peripherals such as SPI and I2C.
  • Understanding of high-speed signal integrity, EMC, and regulatory requirements for low-voltage electronics.
  • Proficiency with test and measurement tools including Power Supply, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, and Spectrum Analyzer.
  • Demonstrated strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work in fast-paced and challenging environments.
  • Understanding of automotive requirements.
  • Experience in end-to-end product design and development from prototyping to mass production.

Responsibilities

  • Own the hardware design and lead development of the low voltage electrical system.
  • Conduct hands-on design and validation of prototype hardware.
  • Evaluate system failure modes and create integration and validation plans.
  • Collaborate with software and integration engineers to ensure proper hardware and software integration.
  • Simplify complex functions and features to drive structured requirements.
  • Participate in safety and reliability reviews and contribute to resolving reliability issues.
  • Collaborate with reliability engineers to support DFMEA and improve validation test planning.
  • Drive technical decisions and guide the team effectively.
  • Understand the impact of plans or decisions on programs and customers.
  • Perform other duties as required within the scope of the position.

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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