Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Sr. Software Engineer, Thermal Controls
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies, Tustin, California, United States, 92681
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Sr. Software Engineer, Thermal Controls
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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies About Us: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture focused on software-defined vehicles, including operating systems, zonal controllers, cloud and connectivity solutions, and control software for electric vehicles. Role Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Software Engineer to join our Thermal software development team. This role is integral to the development and integration of control systems for cabin cooling, cabin heating, battery cooling, battery heating, and actuator control development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical or mechanical engineering, with a focus on automotive or aerospace control systems. Responsibilities
Develop embedded software in C for automotive ECUs Architect and develop control systems for subsystems such as refrigeration, coolant, external airflow, and HVAC on embedded controllers Review requirements and produce high-level functional specification designs to offer control solutions Create test cases and scripts to validate features in unit test, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments Conduct software testing and calibration on vehicles Develop intuitive diagnostic interfaces for controllers to facilitate troubleshooting and maintenance Apply a multidisciplinary approach to troubleshoot functional problems across physical, electrical, and software domains Prioritize and escalate issues based on user impact and program objectives for prompt resolution Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering; 3+ years of experience in controls development, integration, or calibration; automotive or aerospace experience preferred Strong proficiency in C, C++, Rust, and/or Python Knowledge of control theory principles and algorithm design (e.g., compensator design and PID tuning) Fundamentals of heat transfer and thermodynamics Familiar with thermal and HVAC components (e.g., water pumps, AC compressors, expansion valves, blower fans, HVAC modules) Experience with firmware integration, calibration, vehicle-level testing, and SW debugging at the feature level Experience with requirements management tools (Jama, Doors, or equivalent) preferred Experience with issue tracking tools (Jira or equivalent) preferred Experience with communication bus monitoring tools (Vector CANalyzer or equivalent) preferred Pay Disclosure
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants:
$135,100 - $168,900 USD (actual compensation determined by experience, location and other factors permitted by law). Benefits Summary
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment. 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 without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also comply with applicable fair employment practices laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please email candidateaccommodations@rivian.com. Candidate Data Privacy
We may collect, use and disclose your personal information in connection with the application process. This may include tracking interactions with our recruiting system, conducting checks, establishing an employment relationship, and ensuring compliance with legal obligations. We may share data with internal teams, affiliates, and service providers, and may transfer data internationally as required by law. Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice for more information. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Job Details
Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Software Development
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Sr. Software Engineer, Thermal Controls
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Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies About Us: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture focused on software-defined vehicles, including operating systems, zonal controllers, cloud and connectivity solutions, and control software for electric vehicles. Role Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Software Engineer to join our Thermal software development team. This role is integral to the development and integration of control systems for cabin cooling, cabin heating, battery cooling, battery heating, and actuator control development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical or mechanical engineering, with a focus on automotive or aerospace control systems. Responsibilities
Develop embedded software in C for automotive ECUs Architect and develop control systems for subsystems such as refrigeration, coolant, external airflow, and HVAC on embedded controllers Review requirements and produce high-level functional specification designs to offer control solutions Create test cases and scripts to validate features in unit test, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments Conduct software testing and calibration on vehicles Develop intuitive diagnostic interfaces for controllers to facilitate troubleshooting and maintenance Apply a multidisciplinary approach to troubleshoot functional problems across physical, electrical, and software domains Prioritize and escalate issues based on user impact and program objectives for prompt resolution Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering; 3+ years of experience in controls development, integration, or calibration; automotive or aerospace experience preferred Strong proficiency in C, C++, Rust, and/or Python Knowledge of control theory principles and algorithm design (e.g., compensator design and PID tuning) Fundamentals of heat transfer and thermodynamics Familiar with thermal and HVAC components (e.g., water pumps, AC compressors, expansion valves, blower fans, HVAC modules) Experience with firmware integration, calibration, vehicle-level testing, and SW debugging at the feature level Experience with requirements management tools (Jama, Doors, or equivalent) preferred Experience with issue tracking tools (Jira or equivalent) preferred Experience with communication bus monitoring tools (Vector CANalyzer or equivalent) preferred Pay Disclosure
Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants:
$135,100 - $168,900 USD (actual compensation determined by experience, location and other factors permitted by law). Benefits Summary
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment. 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 without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also comply with applicable fair employment practices laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. We are committed to making our hiring process accessible for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please email candidateaccommodations@rivian.com. Candidate Data Privacy
We may collect, use and disclose your personal information in connection with the application process. This may include tracking interactions with our recruiting system, conducting checks, establishing an employment relationship, and ensuring compliance with legal obligations. We may share data with internal teams, affiliates, and service providers, and may transfer data internationally as required by law. Please see our Candidate Data Privacy Notice for more information. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Job Details
Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Software Development
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