Hiring: Sr. Body Controls Engineer - Mechanism Company: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies Location: Irvine, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:57:09 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : C, C++, Embedded Systems, Git, Jira, Python, Requirements Management About the job Experience: •3+ years of experience with automotive or robotic control systems, with a focus on mechatronics. Required Skills: •Architect and develop control systems for vehicle mechatronics features utilizing PID control, feedforward techniques, motion profiling, and signal filtering. •Review requirements and produce high-level functional specification designs to offer control solutions. •Create test cases and scripts to validate features in Unit, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test environments. •Conduct software testing on vehicles and contribute to feature tuning and calibration. •Support Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for ISO 26262 compliance across features. •Partner cross-functionally with other controls engineers to enhance or create simulation models for analyzing, optimizing, and troubleshooting vehicle aspects. •Work closely with the engineering team to ensure software robustness and seamless integration of new features. •Develop intuitive diagnostic interfaces for controllers to facilitate troubleshooting and maintenance. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering; Master's degree preferred. •Knowledge of control theory principles and algorithm design, including compensator design and PID tuning. •In-depth knowledge of hardware components such as DC motors, latchs and various sensor types (limit switches, pinch strips, resistance ladders, hall sensors, current sensors). •Expertise in C, C++, and Python programming languages. •Operational familiarity with failure analysis methodologies such as FMEA and fault trees. •Proficiency in CAN/LIN/ETH tools (e.g., Vector CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape) and understanding of embedded hardware and software design. •Demonstrated capacity to travel up to 20%. Compensation: •$135,100 - $185,800 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!