About the job
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies brings together two automotive leaders to drive advancements in electric vehicles. This partnership combines expertise in operating systems, zonal controllers, and cloud connectivity, with a shared goal of shaping the future of software-defined vehicles. The team focuses on connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security to support a smarter, more sustainable approach to electric mobility.
Role overview
The Senior Functional Safety Engineer - Battery Systems role focuses on high voltage battery systems. This position ensures ISO 26262 standards are applied throughout the product development lifecycle, supporting the safety of electric vehicle high voltage systems. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is central, especially when defining and assessing vehicle features, performing Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments (HARA), and setting safety objectives for components such as the HV battery, On-Board Charger, and DCDC converters.
Key responsibilities
- Create and manage safety requirements from concept to validation
- Develop test cases and support both bench and in-vehicle testing
- Maintain traceability of safety requirements using requirements management tools
- Advise engineering teams on functional safety compliance as a technical reference
- Conduct independent reviews of engineering deliverables for high voltage systems
Location
Irvine, California

