About the job
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies brings together expertise from two major automotive companies to develop technology for electric vehicles. The joint venture focuses on operating systems, zonal controllers, and cloud-based connectivity to drive smarter, more sustainable vehicles.
Location
This position is based in Irvine, California, with a hybrid schedule requiring three days onsite each week.
Role overview
The Senior Electronic Design Engineer will take the lead on designing zonal hardware for upcoming electric vehicles. This hardware underpins power distribution, fault management, and control systems within the vehicle. The work plays a direct role in advancing the performance, safety, and efficiency of software-defined vehicles.
What you will do
- Design electronic hardware for zonal electronic control units (ECUs) in electric vehicles
- Support power distribution and fault tolerance features
- Collaborate with team members to develop new solutions for vehicle control and connectivity
Requirements
- Hands-on experience in electrical engineering
- Interest in developing innovative hardware solutions
- Ability to work effectively with colleagues across disciplines

