We are looking for a highly motivated technically-minded individual to support vehicle -level testing of our ADAS and Autonomy features. The Vehicle Test Technician will join Rivian’s Autonomy Systems Validation team working cross-functionally with engineers and technicians and will be responsible for in-vehicle testing & data acquisition, test vehicle instrumentation and bring-up, robotic platform upkeep and robot operations. They will assist validation engineers with ADAS and Functional Safety vehicle testing on track. The successful candidate will have a background in vehicle testing, electronics, robotics and/or electric vehicle architecture, light fabrication work and be organized, learn quickly and take pride in getting things done to a high standard in a fluid environment.
- Assist with preparation of vehicles for testing, including flashing software, instrumentation installation and troubleshooting of data loggers, test equipment and ADAS test robots.
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Support validation engineers with vehicle tests and data capture to evaluate prototype vehicles and systems.
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Maintain and troubleshoot test vehicle and robot hardware and software, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
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Assist senior technicians with the design, build and modification of vehicle instrumentation, mounting systems, test equipment, wiring harnesses and data acquisition systems as needed.
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Document setup, troubleshooting and test results, communicate issues and propose improvements.
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Manage inventory and liaise with suppliers, test labs and proving grounds as needed.
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Fabricate, modify or repair test equipment, brackets, mounts and hardware as needed.
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Travel up to 10%.
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2+ years of hands-on experience operating, instrumenting, maintaining and troubleshooting advanced electronics, mechatronics, robotics or vehicle systems.
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Hands-on experience with in-vehicle data acquisition and logging systems.
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Experience with ground truth equipment (Oxford OXTS, Novatel, dGPS, Racelogic VBOX).
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Understanding of automotive electrical systems and communication protocols (CAN, Flexray, XCP, Ethernet, LIN) and relevant debug tools (Vector CANalyzer, Vehicle Spy, Python, etc.).
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Experience flashing and debugging vehicle systems.
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Excellent technical, problem solving, communication and collaboration skills.
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Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.
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CAD, 3D printing, welding, machining, electronics and wiring harness repair skills are desirable but not essential
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Experience with steering, braking and acceleration robots, robot test targets, tow targets (Moshon, AB Dynamics, 4A, Messring, Humanetics) a plus.
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Experience with ADAS, autonomous vehicles, functional safety, regulatory testing, vehicle dynamics or a related field (ex. US NCAP, EU NCAP, IIHS, ISO26262 / IEC61508, Automotive SPICE) a plus.
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Experience driving prototype vehicles, including proving grounds a plus.
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Associate degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Management or a similar technical discipline a plus.
Requirements:
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Valid US driver's license in the state of residence that you will be driving/operating a vehicle
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Minimum age of 21
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No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License (within a 3-5 year period)
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No drug or alcohol related driving incidents in the last 3 years
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No more than 1 serious moving violation in the last 3 years
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Will be subject to continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring
