Sr. Engineering Technician II

$84,594 - $105,747/Yr

Rivian - Palo Alto, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Palo Alto, CA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Sr. Engineering Technician II at Rivian plays a crucial role in the Future Programs group, focusing on the development of next-generation products. This position involves collaborating with engineers throughout all stages of program development, ensuring the quality, reliability, and safety of electro-mechanical and powertrain systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to support the assembly, bring up, and testing of electro-mechanical, drive unit, energy storage systems, and various low voltage electrical systems.
• Perform diagnosis and repair of vehicle's electrical/mechanical/software systems.
• Investigate and resolve mechanical and electrical issues in collaboration with engineers.
• Create, implement, and provide feedback to standard operating procedures.
• Construct and rework harnesses as needed.
• Fabricate and/or modify prototype components and fixtures.
• Install instrumentation, test equipment, and other components on prototype vehicles according to engineering specifications and standards.
• Support electro-mechanical testing and document test procedures, setups, and results clearly and concisely.
• Maintain detailed records of all work performed and report issues identified during assembly or tests.
• Self-manage and handle multiple priorities to meet organizational goals.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Technician Experience working directly with electromechanical systems and powertrain systems.
• Expertise in instrumentation (Thermocouples, RTDs, Strain Gauges, Accelerometers, etc.).
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills for powertrain and electromechanical system issues.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively with coworkers.
• Basic workshop etiquette and ability to provide verbal and written communication across all teams.
• Fabrication experience and performing assembly tasks, including operation of manual machine tools and common shop power and hand tools.
• Familiarity with CAN and/or CAN-FD protocols.
• Experience with issue tracking software such as Jira.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience using 3D printers.

Benefits

• Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage effective on the first day of employment, with Rivian covering most of the premiums.