Diagnostic System Test and Integration Engineer at Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies in Irvine, CA

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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 The Diagnostics Testing and Integration Team's mission is to lead the industry in ZEV diagnostics testing. We help the team building the most advanced integrated diagnostic system, one that monitors, analyzes and learns from our fleets throughout their lifecycle, by ensuring robust testing is performed pre and post merge. As a Diagnostic System Test and Integration Engineer, you'll own testing and integration of diagnostic software across vehicle sub-systems, from simulation to the vehicle. Responsibilities • Define and document test cases traced to requirements across OBD and enhanced diagnostics, from sub-system to vehicle level (white box to black box). • Develop and maintain automated SiL and HiL test cases in Python and Pytest for feature development and regression testing. • Run tests at the SiL, HiL and vehicle level through development, software release regression and production verification, and take part in MR reviews. • Plan and execute vehicle-level tests of the onboard and enhanced diagnostic systems, including test drives, data logging and analysis. • Design and perform physical fault injection on benches and vehicles (open and short circuits, connector disconnects, sensor and actuator faults) to validate fault detection, DTC setting and system reactions. • Find, reproduce and root-cause diagnostic issues with development engineers and software developers, and verify fixes. • Identify and build ways to automate and streamline testing across SiL, HiL and vehicle environments. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: • BS or MSc in Engineering (preferably Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics or Software). • Proficiency in Python, including test automation with Pytest; familiarity with C and Git. • Ability to work hands-on with electromechanical (vehicle) systems and lab equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, breakout boxes). • Ability to troubleshoot and root-cause issues in complex systems. • Genuine curiosity for how things work, enthusiasm for test automation, and the drive to take system or software components apart to understand them. • Ability to prioritize and make decisions using a first-principles approach. • Ability to work with cross-functional teams, including external stakeholders, and communicate clear results. • Comfortable with AI-driven work and its pace. Preferred Qualifications • Prior EV experience. • Technical understanding of electric vehicle architecture. • Familiarity with Vector tools and vehicle communication protocols (CAN, ETH, LIN, DoCAN, DoIP, XCP). • Experience with HiL benches, vehicle testing or fault injection. • Exposure to requirements management tools (e.g. Flow). Total Rewards We build the exceptional — and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly. In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program. Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect, and require active employment at the time of payout. 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. In addition to our compensation programs, we invest in our people