staff operations Systems Engineer tech_leadership · Posted May 11, 2026

About this role

Rivian is hiring a staff-level Systems Engineer in the operations function based in Torrance, CA. The posting calls out experience with System Design, Data Structures, Security, Testing.

Role
Systems Engineer
Function
operations
Level
staff
Track
Tech leadership
Location
Torrance, CA
Department
Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
Posted
May 11, 2026

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Job description

from Rivian careers

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 We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to join our team developing the power electronic components going into Rivian’s future electric vehicles and DC Fast Chargers. This role requires a technical background in power electronics and a strong understanding of electric vehicle systems. The ideal candidate will have development experience with Traction Inverters, On-board Chargers (OBCs), DC-DC Converters or DC Fast Charger AC-DC power conversion electronics. As a key member of a Product Development Team, you will have responsibilities over the full product lifecycle, from initial design conceptualization and requirements definition to production support. Responsibilities Translate high-level vehicle requirements into detailed, actionable system and component-level specifications Define and manage system-level requirements for…

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