Job Description
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.
Role Summary We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Controls Engineer to join the Propulsion and Dynamics Controls team.
You will be responsible for developing and testing embedded software that scales across all our products, and
delivers exciting vehicle performance while ensuring driver safety. You will work closely with systems and test
engineers to define requirements and integrate functionality across the full life cycle of core vehicle features, such
as Regenerative Braking, Hill-Hold and Traction Control.
Responsibilities - Develop and implement control algorithms for core vehicle-propulsion features
- Refactor and improve existing code to allow it to scale to new vehicle programs and powertrain platforms
- Collaborate with systems engineers to define requirements for software features
- Collaborate with Vehicle Dynamics engineers to optimize vehicle performance by iterating on software and calibration parameters
- Develop Python-based vehicle dynamics models for use in SiL (Software-in-the-Loop) and HiL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) testing environments
- Rigorously test control algorithms in simulated (SiL, HiL) and real-world environments before deployment
- Design and implement software diagnostics for component- and system-level failure modes
Qualifications - Minimum Bachelor of Science degree (Masters Preferred) in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, software engineering, or related fields
- Background in classical and/or modern control theory; able to demonstrate a working knowledge of control theory principles (PID, stability analysis, cost function
- minimization, LQR, MPC)
- Minimum 1 year of hands-on engineering experience in automotive, aerospace or a similar industry
- Proficiency with Embedded C/C++ and Python
- Experience with firmware development tools and processes (e.g. git, Gtest)
- Experience with industry-standard automotive data-logging tools (Vector CANalyzer/CANape, Dewesoft or equivalent)
Pay Disclosure Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Irvine, California Based Applicants: $107,000 - $133,700 USD (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment.
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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