Job description
The role involves developing and executing test plans for Rivian's Charging & Energy products. The team collaborates closely with software and hardware engineering to ensure thorough testing and quality assurance. Candidates will be responsible for hands-on hardware testing and will work with various lab equipment. The position is based in Torrance, CA, within the Charging & Energy Product Development department.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience in a test engineering role
- Skilled in hands-on hardware testing at a system level
- Prior experience in test plan development, equipment selection, and test execution
- Expertise in instrumentation and lab equipment such as power analyzers, power supplies, data acquisition, and oscilloscopes
- Familiarity with CAN, Ethernet, Linux, and LabView is a plus
- 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
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute test plans for Rivian's Charging & Energy products
- Work closely with 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
- Log and manage software and hardware issues to resolution
- Lead tear down analysis and post processing of hardware at the end of tests
- Participate in design reviews to convey learnings to feed back into requirements
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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