Sr. Staff Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

Rivian is seeking a highly experienced individual to lead the integration and packaging of electrical components in CAD for innovative applications on Electric Adventure Vehicles.

Requirements

• At least 12 years industry experience within automotive or other industries
• B.S degree (or above) in mechanical engineering or relevant equivalent experience
• Experience designing components and systems that include mechanism design, thermal design, PCB integration, sensor integration, UI/UX considerations, and class A surface integration
• Proficient CAD designer, ideally within Catia V5 / V6 / 3DX
• Experience in a wide range of EV vehicle systems, automotive design, and manufacturing practices
• Workable knowledge with DFMEA principles and execution

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration and package a wide variety of electrical components in CAD for innovative applications on our vehicles
• Optimize architecture focused on cost, mass, and part count
• Collaboratively design mechanical components by interfacing with multiple business functions within the company
• Develop and document component mechanical functional requirements based on product requirements
• Complete component design verification plans to ensure low mass, low cost, yet durable parts and modules

Benefits

• Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.