Staff Electronic Design Engineer, Infotainment Hardware

About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive's next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we're addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we'll map a new way forward. Working together, we'll create a future that's more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary As a Staff Electronic Design Engineer on the Infotainment hardware team, you will play a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge Infotainment electronic control units (ECUs). You will lead technical design efforts, define requirements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring high-performance designs from concept to scaled production. This position will be based in Palo Alto, CA, and requires you to work on-site and will report to the Sr. Manager of Electronic Design. Responsibilities Lead the development, validation, and production scaling of Infotainment electronic control units (ECUs) Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware and software architecture, mechanical design, reliability, manufacturing, test automation, and design validation Create detailed ECU design requirement documents and comprehensive hardware bring-up plans Oversee PCBA floor-planning, high-speed design recommendations, thermal strategies, layout constraints, EMI/EMC optimization, and signal integrity/power integrity analysis Conduct bring-up and electrical characterization of power supplies, multi-core processors, RF modules, sensors, and displays Support failure investigations during both development and production phases Partner with contract manufacturers and participate in onsite visits to facilitate major build events Provide integration support for Infotainment ECUs within the overall vehicle platform Qualifications Strong fundamentals in analog and digital electronics Solid understanding of systems engineering principles and requirements flow-down Proficient in schematic capture and PCB design layout tools Hands-on lab experience with equipment and adherence to best lab practices Familiarity with circuit simulation tools or MATLAB for worst-case circuit analysis Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 6+ years or a Master's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience Additional Preferred Qualifications: Experience in optimizing PCB stack-ups for reliability, cost, and manufacturability Experience with Python or similar scripting languages for automation and testing Understanding of ISO26262 processes Pay Disclosure Salary Range for Northern California Based Candidates: $167,400 - $209,300 (actual compensation will be determined based on 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. 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 for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at . #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-01