Rivian

Senior Motor Control Calibration and Integration Engineer

Rivian$135K — $168K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
  • 4+ years in motor calibration and dynamometer operations
  • Expertise in AC electric machine drives and three-phase power converters
  • Proficiency in test automation systems, NI VeriStand preferred
  • Experience with calibration software, Vector CANape and CANalyzer preferred
  • Fluency in MATLAB/Simulink for data processing
  • Strong hands-on skills with test equipment like oscilloscopes and power meters

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute testing of algorithms in varied environments
  • Manage calibration for advanced motor control software
  • Lead verification requirements for motor controls and vehicle features
  • Collaborate with teams on electric actuator integration
  • Develop and enhance test stations for various testing environments
  • Stay updated on new technologies and competitive practices

Benefits

  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Comprehensive insurance benefits including life and medical
  • 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Family coverage up to age 26
  • Immediate coverage for full-time employees
Full Job Description
Role Summary

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This applies both to the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build and to the curious, courageous people we seek to attract. Electrical Power Conversion (EPC) software is at the center of torque generation control and related functional safety features for Rivian's cutting-edge electric vehicles.

As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions, and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

Responsibilities

The Senior Motor Control Calibration and Integration Engineer contributes to the testing, calibration, and verification of motor control algorithms, primarily focusing on advanced projects. They are responsible for continuously improving the team's technical excellence, discipline, and flexibility to ensure high-quality software deliverables, timely software integration, operational efficiency, and field performance review.
  • Plan and perform algorithm testing in dynamometer, HIL, inductive load, and vehicle test environments
  • Manage the calibration set of motor control software for advanced projects
  • Lead requirements verification for advanced motor controls and cross-functional vehicle-level features
  • Work with cross-functional teams on electric actuator and vehicle bring-up activities
  • Develop, maintain, and continuously improve test stations for dynamometer, HIL, and inductive load testing
  • Stay abreast of new technologies, competitive methods, and products

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • 4+ years of experience in motor calibration and dynamometer operations
  • Expertise in the theory and principles of AC electric machine drives and three-phase switching power converter topologies
  • Expertise in test automation systems; NI VeriStand preferred
  • Expertise in calibration software; Vector CANape and CANalyzer preferred
  • Fluency in data processing software, including MATLAB/Simulink
  • Experience in HIL bring-up and testing preferred
  • Strong hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, and power meters
  • Strong hands-on experience with dynamometer mechanical setup
  • Strong teamwork, data presentation, problem-solving, and project planning skills in collaboration with project managers

Pay Disclosure

The salary range for this role is USD 135,100-168,900 for Southern California based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits, including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian's 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.

You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than May 8th, 2026.

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.

About Rivian

Rivian is an American automaker and automotive technology company. Founded in 2009, the company develops vehicles, products and services related to sustainable transportation. Rivian has raised over $10.5 billion since 2019, with investments from Amazon, Ford, and Cox Automotive. The company's first two vehicles, the R1T and R1S, are electric vehicles that are expected to be released in 2021. Rivian has also announced plans to produce electric delivery vans for Amazon. The company has received praise for its focus on sustainability and its commitment to using recycled materials in its vehicles.
Learn more about Rivian
Size
10,000 employees
Market Cap
$16.8 billion
Industry
Founded
2009
NASDAQ

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