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Rivian

Staff Wireless Engineer - RF/Homologation

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Palo Alto, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/2/2026

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What they do

A Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer works with technology and electronic equipment that uses radio waves, from cell phones to radio stations. Designs, installs, and repairs systems and equipment that transmit radio signals. May specialize in design or maintenance; may focus on the design of transmission equipment, such as radio antennae, or manage larger systems such as networks of cell phone towers.

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Staff Wireless Engineer - RF/Homologation Rivian - 2.7 Palo Alto, CA Job Details Full-time 23 hours ago Qualifications Electrical engineering training Full Job Description In this role, the hardware design engineer will own electrical system design, bring-up and validation for current and next generation of Rivian electric vehicles. This would be a highly visible role working cross-functionally to influence design, contribute to solve HW/SW system integration challenges and experience complete prototyping to manufacturing product development cycle.

RF & Wireless Design & Debugging:

Lead high-level wireless system requirements and execute detailed engineering tasks, including RF design trade-offs, debugging, desense mitigation, and vehicle integration. Manage troubleshooting for wireless systems, including link budget, OTA performance, RF coexistence, signal isolation, and manufacturability (Design-For-Manufacturability)

Test & Homologation:

Develop comprehensive test plans and lead bench, chamber, and vehicle-level RF testing and homologation. Interpret homologation test requirements, setups, and success criteria. Analyze end-to-end wireless performance data to drive design iterations and ensure global regulatory compliance.

Production & Validation:

Define End-of-Line (EOL) testing setups and procedures to ensure optimal manufacturability, performance calibration, and accuracy. Oversee product delivery and validation schedules, managing the release of designs into PLM and documentation systems. MSc or higher in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience). Proven expertise in defining wireless system requirements and homologation processes. Proficiency with RF measurement equipment (e.g., VNA, spectrum analyzers, power meters) and validation systems. Experience with PLM tools, task scheduling, MATLAB, and scripting (e.g., Python, C). Deep understanding of end-to-end RF systems, including link budget analysis, TIS/TRP, impedance matching, and hands-on OTA testing. Strong communication and technical reporting skills, with a track record of cross-functional leadership. Experience with antenna design, simulation tools (e.g., HFSS, CST), and characterization is a significant plus. Ability to travel occasionally to supplier and manufacturing facilities.