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Rivian
Sr. ECU HW Diagnostics Engineer
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What they do
An Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests products and systems that use or produce electricity, including power generators, electric motors, radar and navigation systems, and communication systems. Works on larger electrical systems rather than small electronic products or devices.
$100,968 / year median in Illinois
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Sr. ECU HW Diagnostics Engineer Rivian $89,900 - $112,400 for Normal, IL-based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors, incl sick time, 401(k) United States, Illinois, Normal Aug 20, 2026
About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary Leading the on-site investigation for electrical hardware ECU failures RCA (Root Cause Analysis)
and troubleshooting vehicle ECU-related failures. Rivian is seeking a world-class leader to serve in the ECU HW Diagnostics Engineer role who will
build and lead the issue resolution for repetitive concerns found in vehicles during production,
launch and field environments. Responsibilities
- Support Vehicle Electrical ECU Hardware/Software Issues at our Normal, IL Plant and maintain manufacturing output.
- Work cross-functionally with other teams on root cause analysis.
- Work closely with offsite engineering for trials.
- Lead the failure analysis on ECU defects found in Factory and in-warranty.
- The role encompasses hands-on testing and deep circuit analysis of ECUs.
- Develop metrics to show trends and ongoing continual quality improvement
- Drive issues back to the owner for assessment and corrective/preventive action.
- Report on findings to upper management.
- Influence future design direction and technology improvements with Product Development.
- Work on hands-on projects with Benches, testers, and vehicles.
COLLABORATE WITH
- Manufacturing teams to identify, understand, and resolve issues
- General Assembly, EOL and Operations to identify areas of concern and drive containment
- Engineering teams (Electrical/Software/Mechanical) to coordinate onsite activities, resolve, and root cause problems
- Failure Analysis Labs to gather information and review data and evidence Qualifications
- BS+ Electrical Engineering, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or Equivalent
- Ability to collaborate with line workers and other engineers
- Experience on major vehicle/Product launches, PCBA, and Diagnostics
- 3+ years of experience working in a product development or volume manufacturing environment
- Curiosity to dive deep into electrical, software, and mechanical issues
- Ability to use diagnostic tools (oscilloscope, DMM, CANalyzer, calipers) to aid in debugging
- Demonstrated Strong Creative thinking and problem-solving toolbox.
- Strong knowledge of reading electrical schematics.