About Us

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotives next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions were 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 well map a new way forward. Working together well create a future thats more connected more intelligent more sustainable for everyone.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies Canada is proud to be a Great Place To Work Certified company 92% of employees at RV Tech Canada say it is a great place to work compared to 60% at a typical company.

Role Summary

• As an Infotainment Lab Technician you will be responsible for assisting in various duties and tasks in the Vancouver BC Infotainment lab. This includes certain tasks like mechanical and electrical assembly vehicle harness assembly bench level soldering and rework design build out and deployment of upcoming test bucks for software validation and functional system testing inventory control in house test equipment distribution and asset management. Duties also include support for system test bench builds for many different teams across the organization domestic and international shipping and receiving of hardware maintenance of current lab infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Setting up DUT (Device Under Test) system test benches for functional acceptance testing.

• Ability to set up and utilize standard test equipment such as oscilloscopes power analyzers variable power supplies and digital multimeters with no direction.

• Troubleshoot root cause and document electronic functional failures.

• Perform wire harness assembly crimp and pin soldering / de-soldering some SMT soldering etc.

• Deep Understanding of electrical schematics drawings and use detailed vehicle harness diagrams.

• Fabricate special test equipment supporting development and validation testing of automotive electronic components.

• Basic understanding of networking and routing of system architecture.

• Ability to use MS Word Excel PowerPoint and Visio Lucid charts etc.

• Able to move / lift heavy boxes and equipment.

• Tasks will include shipping and receiving / packaging etc.

• Manage and maintain Lab test equipment asset management and distribution / Inventory control.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or certification in electronics or related field

• 3 years of electronics technician experience.

• Experience fabricating special test equipment such as custom fixtures low level test harnesses.

• Experience with power and basic Mechanical hand tools.

• Experience with soldering & Electrical lab re-work.

• Experience with prototype and fabrication shop processes.

• Experience with everyday operations in an ESD electrical test lab Environment.

• Experience with electrical testing and equipment (Voltmeter CAN diagnostics)

• Experience working with multiple OS systems MAC Windows Linux Debian based OS.

• Familiarity with automated test equipment such as system DUT architecture and automotive software development tools.

• Understanding of HV (High Voltage) - LV (Low Voltage) and safety awareness

• High level of interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced EE Lab environment.

• Willing to work flexible hours and passionate about getting jobs done.

• Hands-on approach: Proactively identifies and fills in gaps where needed.

Total Rewards

Full-time positions include base salary eligibility for an annual performance bonus and eligibility for equity.

In addition to base salary Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies offers benefits tailored to the local market. For more information on the benefits available for full-time employees check out our Global Benefits Site.

External candidates can apply for this role through the Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies careers site ( If you are a current employee please apply through our internal job board.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation gender gender expression gender identity genetic information or characteristics physical or mental disability marital/domestic partner status age military/veteran status medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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Required Experience:

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