Staff Mechanical Engineer – Electric Machine Design

Job Description

Join Rivian in designing the next generation of electric motor components for Electric Adventure Vehicles.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in mechanical design of complex components
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar discipline
• Proficiency with CATIA V6 and GD&T
• Experience with stack-up analyses, FEA studies, and root cause analysis
• Knowledge of rapid prototyping, high-volume manufacturing processes, materials selection, and supply chains

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and fabrication of test setups and prototype assembly tooling for electric motor components
• Utilize CATIA V6 for detailed part generation and drawing layout
• Conduct stack-up analyses for parts and mating interfaces
• Develop timelines for design, fabrication, and assembly of test systems and tooling
• Collaborate with suppliers and manage DFM, DFA, DFMA processes
• Travel to vendors and Rivian plant(s) for issue resolution
• Mentor team members on designs and development

Benefits

• Employees at Rivian are often offered comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, ESPP and potential RSU grants, performance bonuses, and generous time off including paid parental and sick leave. Perks can include 24/7 mental-health coaching and therapy, Hinge Health for Anthem enrollees, tuition assistance and professional development, plus on-site food and a wide range of employee discounts on items like computers, mobile phones, home loans, and pet care.