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Sr. Vehicle Dynamics Simulation Engineer

Rivian

10/15/2025

Full-time

Salary: $121,000 - $151,900 a year


Job Description

Join Rivian's team to play a critical role in defining the driving dynamics of Electric Adventure Vehicles through system and vehicle level simulation models.

Requirements

  • B.S. or higher in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, Master’s preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in automotive Chassis development with a focus on Vehicle Dynamics
  • Experience in Multi-Body Dynamics tools, preferably ADAMS or equivalent
  • Working knowledge of 3D CAD software, preferably CATIA V5 or V6
  • Experience in C, C++, MATLAB, Python, Simulink
  • Working knowledge of steering and suspension systems and how they impact vehicle dynamics attributes
  • Strong first principles background
  • Ability to work autonomously with little guidance or direction
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop suspension, steering, brakes and other subsystem models within ADAMS, CarMaker and MatLab/Simulink
  • Perform correlation activities aligning simulation models with physical test data
  • Utilize full vehicle simulation models to optimize vehicle platform development
  • Interpret benchmark data to guide system and component level target setting
  • Evaluate and inform Chassis architectural decisions using simulation models
  • Work collaboratively across all vehicle subsystems to ensure holistic dynamics attribute targets are being met
  • Communicate and interact with other engineering teams to ensure alignment
  • Work hard, exceed expectations, challenge industry conventions, and strive for exceptional products

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.
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