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Sr. Audio Systems Test Integration Engineer

Rivian

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

$132,000 - $165,000 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 Audio Systems Test Integration Engineer to enhance the audio development process. This role focuses on managing the physical engineering environment and test infrastructure for the Audio Team. The engineer will design fixtures, manage vehicle software states, and maintain lab environments to support Electrical, Acoustical, and QA engineers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical CAD design, software updates, and hardware characterization.

Requirements

  • Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of professional experience in audio systems hardware product development or systems integration.
  • Working knowledge of CATIA, NX, Solidworks or similar for mechanical design of test aids and fixtures.
  • Proficiency with Klippel, SoundCheck, and Audio Precision (APx).
  • A collaborative 'support-first' mindset with the ability to translate technical requirements into physical test setups.

Responsibilities

  • Independently manage and resolve complex issues related to audio development benches and HIL rigs.
  • Ensure benches are accurately provisioned with the latest in-house electronics and vehicle software.
  • Lead the buildout, expansion, and maintenance of the audio lab facilities.
  • Support the Electronics and Acoustics leads by performing characterizations of components using various test platforms.
  • Utilize CAD software to design custom test fixtures and acoustic enclosures.
  • Assist the Audio QA Engineer by executing established test suites on physical hardware.
  • Work with a high degree of independence, maintaining lab safety, equipment calibration, and data integrity.

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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