Qualifications
Key ResponsibilitiesEvaluate electrical and mechanical designs to ensure compliance with EMC specifications and real-world EMI survivability. Develop and implement test plans for low voltage (LV) and high voltage (HV) electrical systems, RF, and instrumentation hardware. Enhance your skills in EMI/RF and electrical design, testing, and analysis through hands-on experience. Identify and document ECU-level vulnerabilities to electromagnetic environments, including ESD, transients, and emissions. Work collaboratively with electrical and mechanical design engineers to ensure ECUs meet EMC requirements. Establish and validate specifications for ECU-level electrical bonding, grounding, and shielding. QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering. Practical experience with electrical hardware and testing equipment, including oscilloscopes and analyzers. Fundamental knowledge of circuit components such as MOSFETs, DC-DC regulators, FPGAs, and memory devices. Proficiency in reading and interpreting circuit diagrams and schematics.5-7 years of relevant experience in the field.
About the job
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies brings together two leaders in automotive innovation, working jointly to advance the future of electric vehicles. The partnership covers a broad range of technology areas, including operating systems, zonal controllers, cloud, and connectivity, with the goal of shaping software-defined vehicles for a global market.
This collaboration draws on deep expertise in connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security, aiming to build smarter and more sustainable mobility solutions.
Role overview
The Senior EMC Design Engineer will lead the development of electronic vehicle systems and hardware Electronic Control Units (ECUs) across multiple technology domains. The role requires a strong foundation in electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and involves working closely with teams from different disciplines.
Key details
- Location: Irvine, California (on-site, five days per week)
- Reports to: Engineering Manager, Hardware organization
- Occasional travel may be required
Requirements
- Extensive experience in EMC design and validation
- Background in developing electronic vehicle systems and ECUs
- Ability to collaborate across functions and technical domains
About Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is at the forefront of redefining the automotive industry, leveraging cutting-edge technology to address the complexities of electric vehicles. We are committed to creating a sustainable future through innovation and collaboration.