Staff Technical Program Manager, Electrical Hardware ECU

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

Our Electrical Hardware Technical Program Management team is seeking a collaborative and resourceful Technical Program Manager that will be responsible for the development and delivery execution of vehicle controls electronic control units (ECUs). This role requires a high level of initiative, independent judgement, and indirect leadership. This individual will be the voice of RV Tech's Electrical Hardware team among the larger cross-functional organization as well as the champion of vehicle program and cross-functional interests when working within the Electrical Hardware team throughout the product development stages.

You will be responsible for driving the Design, Development, Release, and Validation for different Rivian ECUs. As well as maintain and ensure awareness of overall program deliverables and report on status and risks to ensure appropriate visibility among teams.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Electrical Hardware Design team to create engineering and delivery schedules, closely track engineering progress, and deliveries against overall vehicle deliverable schedules.

• Responsible for driving custom module developments with in-house PCBA designs and mechanical assemblies.

• Identify programmatic risks and work to mitigate and reduce exposure, championing and raising issues and removing roadblocks to hit timing.

• Work with the vehicle line, software, electrical and other teams to identify, come together, and drive critical path and ensure synchronized deliveries.

• Lead and drive the development and integration of ECUs via design reviews, ensuring all pre-production builds are supported to effectively launch the vehicle.

• Coordinate with suppliers and supply chain to ensure timely delivery of components and assemblies for prototype builds.

• Coordinate with Vehicle integration and Electrical Systems to ensure delivery and successful integration of electronic assemblies.

• Push and support the release of all engineering documentation to support PLM.

• Support purchasing efforts as needed to ensure timely deliveries.

• Be able to plan budget for the project and maintain forecast, maintaining risk registers.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience on a program team or equivalent experience

• BS+ in Engineering or similar technical degree required

• Detailed knowledge of electronics design, development, validation, and integration process

• Prior relevant engineering experience in ME, EE or systems engineering

• Experience working with Contract Manufacturers and vendors for PCBA, mechanical housings, complex system and high level assembly

• Outstanding program management skills to include development of program plans, schedules, and clear definition and management of program goals

• Proven experience in developing, launching and sustaining complex products

• Demonstrated experience in addressing and solving complex issues

• Strong communication experience with executive staff members

• Proven experience tracking and driving the progress of multiple projects

• Strong team player and leader known to build trust, collaborate, communicate and partner with cross-functional teams

• Travel as needed to support builds

Total Rewards

We build the exceptional — and we believe the people doing that work should be rewarded accordingly. In addition to a competitive base salary, full-time positions may be is eligible to participate in our annual company performance bonus program.

Payments are discretionary and not guaranteed; actual amounts depend on company results and the terms of the plan in effect, and require active employment at the time of payout. This role is also eligible for equity in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), subject to board approval and the terms of our equity incentive plans, including applicable vesting requirements.

In addition to our compensation programs, we invest in our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial future for full-time employees — including health coverage, retirement savings, time off, and family planning programs. Offerings vary by country. Learn more about our global benefit programs .

External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site ( https://rivianvw.tech/#careers ). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board .

Equal Opportunity

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 candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.

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