This role is part of a nascent team at Rivian focused on exploring hardware projects that support and enhance the company's autonomy goals. The team aims to demonstrate how infrastructure hardware can significantly contribute to Rivian's ambitious automotive capabilities and customer experience. The position requires collaboration with various engineering disciplines to ensure cohesive solutions. The successful candidate will lead the design and delivery of proof-of-concept systems.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of industry experience.
• Proficiency with Electrical CAD tools such as Altium, Cadence, or Zuken.
• Strong background in system architecture design and component selection.
• Experience in high-speed digital or power electronics design.
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills.

• Collaborate with colleagues to explore hardware proposals and capture minimum requirements.
• Find sponsors and present technical cases for funding hardware exploration.
• Own the System Level Design, including component selection and system architecture definition.
• Engage with software, mechanical, and thermal teams for cohesive solution delivery.
• Lead the bring-up, debug, and delivery of proof-of-concept systems for evaluation.

• 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.