Job Description

Rivian is seeking a CAE Engineer to lead durability analysis for Body Structure and Chassis components of their electric vehicles. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure components meet durability requirements while utilizing advanced CAE tools for analysis and optimization.

Requirements

BS in Engineering with 12+ years of progressively responsible Automotive CAE experience or MS in Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience
Expertise in automotive durability simulations with ABAQUS, LS-DYNA, Optistruct/NASTRAN, and nCode
Ability to communicate clearly to a broad audience through verbal and written methods
Strong understanding of various weld representation and analysis techniques
Demonstrated passion for continuous improvement and problem-solving

Responsibilities

Lead subsystem level Durability CAE analysis of Body Structures & Chassis subsystems
Develop and execute analysis plans for various Body Structure and Chassis subsystems
Lead multiple concurrent CAE-intensive projects with cross-functional teams
Capture welds, connections, and boundary conditions according to simulation standards
Predict and improve local and global stiffness of body structure systems
Extract relevant duty cycle and abuse loads from Vehicle Dynamics Loads
Utilize advanced fatigue prediction techniques for seam weld fatigue calculations
Explain durability failure modes and devise countermeasures
Develop new analytical methods and virtual validation procedures
Conduct data-driven root cause analysis of field failures

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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