Lead Development Engineer - Powertrain at Rivian Automotive in Irvine, CA

Responsibilities

• Lead Product Development team in development of driveline components though testing and validation.
• Develop, maintain and track validation testing (DVPR) for powertrain system
• Develop requirements and validation methods for calculations and algorithms
• Be responsible for delivering validation procedures that include test equipment, apparatus, and location as well as implementing and executing the validation procedure and documenting the validation results
• Be responsible for documenting requirements and issues using an implemented tracking/management system for both requirements and issues
• Complete root cause analysis using Rivian methods to document and correct any issues found in testing. This may include performing calculations and analysis on components for life and stress.
• Work with test operations group to schedule and perform testing to meet program objectives
• Coordinate with our groups for vehicle testing and verifications.
• Be responsible for leading and approving professional level testing reports on results
• Be responsible for tracking and reporting development status and risk to management

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering with a minimum 8+ years of relevant experience required
• 2+ years of demonstrated experience developing and implementing electric vehicle requirements and/or validation
• Experience managing and leading teams through validation and development of drivelines, eAxles or similar applications.
• Application and experience in root cause analysis and the methods/tools to solve problems
• Understanding and experience in the application and failure analysis of: Gears, bearings, shafts, electric motors, and other driveline components.
• Full understanding of system level powertrain DV and PV testing and the test methodology for developing a validation plan to meet reliability and confidence values.
• Experience with vendors providing full service testing and/or dynamometer and dynamometer-related equipment
• Fundamental understanding of electric powertrains
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast paced and dynamic work environment