Hardware Engineer, Power Management / Battery / BMS

Hardware Engineer, Power Management / Battery / Battery Management System Location: 2550 N First Street Suite 250, San Jose, California 95131 Compensation: $160,000-$190,000 + benefits Work Authorization Requirement: Due to the nature of our business and compliance with federal regulations, all candidates must be a U.S. Person. Upon hire, you will be required to provide documentation verifying your status as a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). As a Hardware Engineer specializing in Power Management and Battery Systems, you’ll develop the energy backbone of Rivet’s devices. You will design DC-DC converters, integrate battery management systems, and optimize power delivery to meet demanding safety and certification requirements. Your work ensures that Rivet platforms achieve the reliability, efficiency, and endurance needed for mission‑critical use. Responsibilities The objective of this role is to design safe, efficient, and scalable power systems that enable Rivet devices to operate in rugged and resource‑constrained environments. You will deliver hardware solutions that meet strict performance and certification requirements while supporting product integration and manufacturability. Requirements Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering. Strong EE fundamentals with expertise in power management, DC-DC design, low‑noise EMI DC-DC design, battery systems, or battery management (safety, certification, etc.). 0-3 years of experience in hardware design, bring‑up, validation, and debugging using EE test equipment. 1-3 years of preferred experience designing hardware for mass‑produced products with form factor and integration constraints. Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout using Cadence or equivalent tools. Ability to lead power hardware designs in a technical capacity. Strong sense of ownership and ability to manage projects independently. Eagerness to take on new challenges and continuously develop new skills. Must be a US Person (citizen or permanent resident). Compensation may vary within the posted range based on relevant experience, skills, education, and other job‑related factors. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for equity and other forms of compensation. Eligible employees also receive a competitive benefits package, including unlimited PTO. Rivet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Certain roles may require U.S. Person status, security clearance eligibility, or other requirements imposed by law or government contract. #J-18808-Ljbffr