Senior Fuel Economy Certification Engineer

This is what you’ll do:

• The Fuel Economy Certification Engineer will plan and conduct vehicle level testing, and analysis of test results to ensure Rivian products meet global Range and Efficiency targets.
• Perform Fuel Economy tests and understand test procedures for global markets, including but not limited to North America, Europe, China, and other markets.
• Performing Range and Efficiency calculations to determine Fuel Economy label numbers.
• Manage documentation of test assets, software and calibration build levels, and keep track of hardware and software changes over time to ensure compliance with regulations and certifications.
• Monitor the status of global regulations as they are updated and research new market entry testing requirements, including vehicle requirements, test equipment, facilities, and procedures.
• The successful candidate will work with Vehicle Engineering, Vehicle Integration, hardware and software teams to ensure correlation of test results to real world expected behavior while achieving functional objectives.
• Troubleshooting support during chassis dynamometer certification testing. On/off site.
• Completion of fleet average fuel economy / GHG reports, pre and post model year sales volumes.
• Support of powertrain development assisting in detailed data analysis and test validation.
• Process development/optimization for power analyzers and energy calculations.
• Support development of Battery Electric Vehicles and certification through the design of test procedures, identifying testing facilities and equipment to develop and deliver a product to market efficiently and effectively.
• Oversee target setting and competitive bench marking for fuel economy, performance, capability, and drivability.
• Oversee Coast downs and vehicle road load determinations.
• Traveling within the US is required.

This is what you’ll need:

• 5 years+ experience in automotive industry for the Sr. Engineer position.
• Bachelor of Science in Motorsports Engineering, Applied Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Computer Engineering, or related Engineering field.
• Understanding of Industry Standards (such as SAE) and Regulations (US, EU, and China) regarding vehicle fuel economy and emissions testing and labeling requirements.
• Demonstrated reliability and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Deep curiosity to understand the product and how the regulations may be applied.
• Experience with formal requirement management tools (Confluence, Jira, and Design Verification Plan and Report, etc.) preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships across the Rivian organization as well as with external suppliers and vendors.

This is what would make you stand out: 

• See the big picture, look ahead, and have an eye for excellence in detail.
• You expect change and are successful at adapting to any situation or problem.
• You aren’t shy about asking “why”.
• You are tuned-in to all things automotive, and labeling, and enjoy keeping up with industry trends and continued learning.
• You check your ego at the door, understand that no job is beneath you, and enjoy getting your hands dirty.
• You are collaborative and put the team first.
• You have an adventurous spirit.

This is where you’ll work:

Department: Legal

Location: Irvine, CA