Diagnostic System Test and Integration Engineer

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

. Own testing and integration of diagnostic software across vehicle sub-systems, from simulation to the vehicle .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeIrvine • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $107,000 - $147,050 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in testing and integration of diagnostic software for vehicle sub-systems, with strong capabilities in Python test automation and hands-on experience with electromechanical systems. Proficient in troubleshooting complex systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver clear results.

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Python Test AutomationSiL And HiL TestingFault InjectionElectric Vehicle ArchitectureRequirements Management Tools

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Hard Skills

PythonTest AutomationCGitFault DetectionDTC SettingTroubleshootingData LoggingRegression TestingAutomated Testing

Soft Skills

CuriosityDecision-MakingCommunicationCollaborationPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

PytestMultimetersOscilloscopesVector ToolsCANETHLINDoCANDoIPXCP

Industry Keywords

Electric VehicleDiagnostic SystemsVehicle TestingHiL BenchesRequirements Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own testing and integration of diagnostic software across vehicle sub-systems, from simulation to the vehicle
Define and document test cases traced to requirements across OBD and enhanced diagnostics, from sub-system to vehicle level
Develop and maintain automated SiL and HiL test cases in Python and Pytest for feature development and regression testing
Run tests at SiL, HiL and vehicle level through development, software release regression and production verification
Participate in MR reviews
Plan and execute vehicle-level tests of onboard and enhanced diagnostic systems, including test drives, data logging and analysis
Design and perform physical fault injection on benches and vehicles to validate fault detection, DTC setting and system reactions
Find, reproduce and root-cause diagnostic issues with development engineers and software developers, and verify fixes
Identify and build ways to automate and streamline testing across SiL, HiL and vehicle environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS or MSc in Engineering, preferably Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics or Software
Proficiency in Python, including test automation with Pytest
Familiarity with C and Git
Ability to work hands-on with electromechanical vehicle systems and lab equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes and breakout boxes
Ability to troubleshoot and root-cause issues in complex systems
Genuine curiosity for how things work and enthusiasm for test automation
Ability to prioritize and make decisions using a first-principles approach
Ability to work with cross-functional teams, including external stakeholders, and communicate clear results
Comfortable with AI-driven work and its pace
Prior EV experience preferred
Technical understanding of electric vehicle architecture preferred
Familiarity with Vector tools and vehicle communication protocols: CAN, ETH, LIN, DoCAN, DoIP and XCP preferred
Experience with HiL benches, vehicle testing or fault injection preferred
Exposure to requirements management tools such as Flow preferred
Current authorization to work in the United States is required by the application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual company performance bonus program; this role has an annual bonus target of 5%
Equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and vesting requirements
Health coverage
Retirement savings
Time off
Family planning programs
Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees