Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Sr. Dynamics and Suspension Controls System Engineer
Irvine, Orange County · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$135k-$186kDetected 58 days ago
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About the role
- From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we're addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.
- By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we'll map a new way forward.
- The ideal candidate is a technically strong systems thinker who embraces AI productivity tools as a force multiplier in a fast-paced development environment.
Responsibilities
- Support and drive development of Vehicle Dynamics features relating to Chassis
- Collaborate cross-functionally with OEM stakeholders to define User Stories and Vehicle Dynamics Performance Attributes
- Develop and document requirements at vehicle, system, and component level with full traceability
- Support attribute verification and vehicle performance evaluation
- Support System-level Functional Safety work products compliant with ISO 26262 guidelines
- Support in-vehicle testing and validation globally
- We build the exceptional - and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, or Controls
- 3-5 years of systems engineering experience with a focus on vehicle dynamics or
- Working knowledge of Controls, Electrical, or Mechanical engineering as applied to
- Experience with electric powertrain systems and validation at one or more test levels
- Familiarity with DFMEA processes
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
- If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board.
Nice to have
- Experience testing at proving grounds
- Familiarity with MBSE methodologies and tools
- Experience with requirement management tools (Jama, Flow or equivalent)
- Experience with Vector CAN tools
- Experience applying LLMs or AI tools to requirements generation, test case synthesis, or
- Engineering (Master's preferred)
Compensation
- $135k-$186k
Benefits
- In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.
- This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.
- Learn more about our global benefit programs.
Company info
- Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter.
- The road to the future is uncharted.
- Working together, we'll create a future that's more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.
- Role Summary
- This role is focused on developing and optimizing Vehicle Dynamics features across vehicle propulsion, chassis controls, torque vectoring, and active driveline systems.
- As our vehicle platform portfolio expands, this engineer will lead dynamics feature development across increasing drivetrain permutations, leveraging modern AI-assisted engineering tools to accelerate analysis, requirements development, and validation workflows.
Equal opportunity
- Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
- 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.
- We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.
- Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities.
Visa & Work Authorization
- We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status
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