Senior Systems Validation Engineer

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

. Perform system-level validation of vehicle electrical and electronic architecture .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeIrvine • California • United StatesSenior💰 $135,100 - $168,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in system-level validation of vehicle electrical and electronic architecture, with strong capabilities in developing and automating test cases using Python and pytest. Proficient in debugging embedded systems and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance hardware and firmware quality.

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System-Level ValidationAutomated Test Scripts DevelopmentEmbedded System DebuggingHands-On Experience with CAN Test ToolsAutomotive Product Development Experience

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Hard Skills

PythonTest AutomationEmbedded Systems DebuggingTest Case DevelopmentElectrical Engineering PrinciplesHIL TestingSequence DiagramsRequirements AnalysisTest Case DerivationProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsTechnical Writing SkillsAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities

Tools & Technologies

PytestCAN Test ToolsOscilloscopesJAMAJIRAConfluenceJenkinsGit

Industry Keywords

Electrical EngineeringElectronicsAutomotive DevelopmentHIL BenchesLabcarsVehicle ArchitectureComponent Design ReleaseFirmware Quality

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JenkinsPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform system-level validation of vehicle electrical and electronic architecture
Derive test cases from requirements and system understanding
Automate test cases in Python
Verify tests on HIL benches, labcars, and vehicles
Understand the vehicle target architecture, including ancillary systems
Support requirements development by probing the system
Develop I/O-related test cases from basic hardware schematic diagrams
Develop test cases and sequence diagrams based on requirements
Develop and validate test scripts compatible with RV Tech's automation framework in a pytest environment
Debug embedded-system hardware and software issues
Derive system-level test cases from requirements, user stories, use cases, and theory of operation
Identify test cases based on fundamental electrical/electronic principles and product use cases and designs
Coordinate with Component Design Release Engineers and feature owners to complete assigned tasks on schedule
Collaborate with design and development engineers and engineering teams to deliver HIL test solutions
Improve hardware and firmware quality throughout their life cycle

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
4+ years of test experience in the electrical or electronics field
Intermediate or better Python skills, including experience developing automated test scripts with pytest or a similar framework
Hands-on experience with CAN test tools such as PEAK, Vector, or similar
Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes and similar lab equipment
Hands-on experience debugging embedded system issues, both hardware and software
Excellent problem-solving skills grounded in core engineering principles
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, in both presentation and technical writing
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Experience in an automotive product development environment
Familiarity with JAMA, JIRA, Confluence, Jenkins, and Git

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual company performance bonus program; this role has an annual bonus target of 10%
Equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Health coverage
Retirement savings
Time off
Family planning programs