Sr. Systems Engineer, Body Controls
Rivian VW Group
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 We are seeking a talented and driven Systems Engineer focusing on body controls to join our team. In this role, you will drive the design, development, and validation of body domain systems, ensuring they meet functionality, safety, and compliance requirements. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that enhance the user experience and align with our commitment to innovation and quality. Responsibilities Develop and document scope, requirements, and attributes for vehicle features, vehicle control systems, and internally developed controller components Guide feature-level requirement decomposition and traceability into all respective systems Support feature verification test case definition and ensure traceability to all respective requirements Ensure requirement traceability through the development lifecycle Ensure vehicle quality through functional analysis using hierarchical DFMEA Interface with cross-functional stakeholders Contribute towards functional safety concepts (FuSa) Contribute towards electrical architecture decisions Design system control concepts Compose state, sequence, and/or flow diagrams Support troubleshooting issues found during integration, manufacturing, and service Qualifications Minimum of B.S. in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field Minimum of 3 years of experience with systems design and integration Requirement management tool experience (such as Jama, Polarion, & DOORS) Experience with power electronic validation efforts at different test levels (vehicle, systems, SIL, & HIL) Experience with DFMEA and associated tools (IQRM, Plato) Ability to work in a fast-paced development environment Self-motivated - demonstrated ability to set direction and guide a team towards it Strong project management, leadership, and communication skills Total Rewards Total compensation packages for full-time positions include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity. In addition, our benefits package has been designed to support the health and wellness of our employees. Benefit offerings include Flex Time Off, retirement savings plans as well as medical, vision and dental coverage. For more information on RV Tech’s comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, check out our Global Benefits Site. External candidates can apply for this role through the RV Tech Careers site. If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board. Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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