About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. 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. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Responsibilities Own the operation of the test and validation labs. Work with facilities teams to ensure proper services for existing and new equipment. Manage calibration and maintenance schedules of equipment. Manage relationships with external test houses to ensure proper testing capabilities and timelines. Oversee the tasks and responsibilities of Engineering Technicians. Work with the test and validation team to build automated test equipment and harnesses for electronics, based on schematics and work instructions. Operate software user interfaces to exercise test equipment during hardware bring up. Validate systems functionality by using standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, power supplies and digital multimeters. Fabricate special test equipment supporting development and validation testing of automotive electronic components. Conduct environmental & electrical testing (thermal, vibration, climatic, corrosion). Own calibration and mechanical setup of thermal and vibration chambers.  Troubleshoot, root cause, and document test equipment and harness failures.  Perform circuit board electronic modifications such as component rework, soldering/de-soldering of electronic components, etc.  Support commissioning of new systems. Qualifications Technical degree or relevant experience in electronics testing.  Able to read electrical schematics, drawings, and manufacturers’ product data sheets.  15+ years of experience in electronics test and validation. Experience using power tools. Experience with soldering and circuit board re-work.  Experience with electrical testing using laboratory tools.  Ability to use MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.  Able to move/lift test boxes and instrumentation.  Hands-on approach: proactively identifies and fills in gaps where needed.  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. 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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