Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Role Summary
As an Infotainment Lab Technician, you will be responsible for assisting in various duties and tasks in the Palo Alto Infotainment lab. This includes certain tasks like mechanical and electrical assembly, vehicle harness assembly, bench level soldering and rework, design build out and deployment of upcoming test bucks for software validation and functional system testing, inventory control, in house test equipment distribution and asset management. Duties also include support for system test bench builds for many different teams across the organization domestic and international, shipping and receiving of hardware, maintenance of current lab infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Setting up DUT (Device Under Test) system test benches for functional acceptance testing.
- Ability to set up and utilize standard test equipment such as oscilloscopes power analyzers, variable power supplies and digital multimeters with no direction.
- Troubleshoot, root cause and document electronic functional failures.
- Perform wire harness assembly crimp and pin, soldering / de-soldering, some SMT soldering, etc.
- Deep Understanding of electrical schematics, drawings and use detailed vehicle harness diagrams.
- Fabricate special test equipment supporting development and validation testing of automotive electronic components.
- Basic understanding of networking and routing of system architecture.
- Ability to use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio, Lucid charts, etc.
- Able to move / lift heavy boxes and equipment.
- Tasks will include shipping and receiving / packaging etc.
- Manage and maintain Lab test equipment, asset management and distribution / Inventory control.
Qualifications
- Technical degree or certification in electronics, or related field
- 3+ years of electronics technician experience.
- Experience fabricating special test equipment such as custom fixtures low level test harnesses.
- Experience with power and basic Mechanical hand tools.
- Experience with soldering & Electrical lab re-work.
- Experience with prototype and fabrication shop processes.
- Experience with everyday operations in an ESD electrical test lab Environment.
- Experience with electrical testing and equipment (Voltmeter, CAN diagnostics…)
- Experience working with multiple OS systems MAC, Windows, Linux, Debian based OS.
- Familiarity with automated test equipment such as system DUT architecture and automotive software development tools.
- Understanding of HV (High Voltage) - LV (Low Voltage) and safety awareness
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced EE Lab environment.
- Willing to work flexible hours and passionate about getting jobs done.
- Hands-on approach: Proactively identifies and fills in gaps where needed.
Pay Disclosure
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: 93,000 USD - 116,000 USD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
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