Body Controls & Test Engineer

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

. Integrate software components into the vehicle software system, supporting bench testing and in-vehicle integration .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeIrvine • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $135,100 - $185,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in integrating software components within automotive control systems, conducting thorough testing, and collaborating effectively with engineering teams. Proficient in utilizing various testing methodologies and tools to ensure software quality and compatibility.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Automotive Control SystemsIntegration TestingCAN/LIN/ETH ToolsRequirements Management SystemTask Management Systems

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Hard Skills

Integration TestingTest Case DevelopmentRoot Cause AnalysisSoftware TestingEmbedded Hardware Design

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

JIRAGitVector CANalyzerCANoeCANape

Industry Keywords

Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringAutomotive SoftwareVehicle Test EnvironmentsBug Triage

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Integrate software components into the vehicle software system, supporting bench testing and in-vehicle integration
Ensure compatibility with existing systems
Create test plans and perform integration testing of Merge Requests for Body and Lighting features
Develop test cases and scripts for Unit, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL), and vehicle test environments
Conduct hands-on software testing, execute tests, and analyze results
Maintain Body-Bucks, HiL test assets, and vehicle test assets on current software for Merge Request testing and bug triage
Triage bugs across programs
Lead root cause analysis and troubleshoot functional vehicle problems across physical, electrical, and software domains
Prioritize and escalate issues based on user impact and program objectives
Collaborate with Engineering teams and program partners to align on software defects and priorities and keep programs on schedule
Join Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies, a joint venture developing software, controllers, cloud, and connectivity solutions for electric vehicles

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering
2+ years of experience working with automotive control systems
Experience with Requirements Management System
Experience with Task Management systems, e.g. JIRA
Experience with Source Control/Revision Control systems, e.g. Git
Proficiency with CAN/LIN/ETH tools such as Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, and CANape
Understanding of embedded hardware and software design
Demonstrated creativity in design work and hands-on building abilities
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Willingness to travel up to 20% as required
Current authorization to work in the United States is requested in the application process

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual company performance bonus program; annual target bonus of 10%
Equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Health coverage
Retirement savings
Time off
Family planning programs
Up to 20% travel opportunity