Job Description

Rivian is seeking a Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, Motor, to guide the design, release, and integration of electric motors, focusing on electromagnetic, NVH, thermal, and performance analyses, while collaborating with suppliers and ensuring manufacturability at scale.

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; MS preferred
5+ years of experience leading validation efforts in automotive or high-power product field
Proficient in CAD tools (CATIA/3DExperience preferred) and PLM systems
Proficient in industry-standard electromagnetic simulation
Strong mechanical engineering foundation
Experienced in high-volume manufacturing techniques for electric motor components
Deep understanding of electric motor design parameters
Skilled in FEA using tools like Ansys, Abaqus, and HyperWorks
Proficient in GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis
Hands-on experience with integration, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of electric motors

Responsibilities

Design mechanical components of stators, rotors, and their integration
Iterate motor mechanical designs to optimize electromagnetic performance
Lead engineering on winding technologies, magnet materials, and insulation
Design, model, and simulate electromagnetic components and systems
Develop detailed CAD drawings and manufacturing instructions
Perform linear static stress and structural analyses on components
Execute and document Design Verification Plans & Reports (DVP&R)
Develop and maintain Design Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (DFMEAs)
Coordinate validation and quality assurance activities with suppliers
Collaborate across disciplines to advance designs from concept to production
Support hands-on prototype assembly, testing, and component fabrication