Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, General Assembly - Advanced ME
Rivian Irvine, CA Full-time 3/31/2026
Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 99%•Total filings 685•New hires 98•
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•FY 2025Job Description
This role focuses on optimizing Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) for Rivian's future products, ensuring efficient, safe, and sustainable manufacturing. The position involves collaboration with various teams to analyze designs and improve manufacturing processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar technical field
- 5+ years of experience in an engineering role related to DFMA, product optimization, manufacturing process or equipment development
- Knowledge in manufacturing and industrial engineering principles (OEE, cycle time analysis, DVA, Cp/Cpk, GR&R, ergonomics, DOE, quality control, equipment selection, return on investment, error proofing, supply chain & logistics)
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems using first principles, challenge assumptions and biased towards action
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and with cross functional teams
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Experience working within 2D & 3D CAD environments and various engineering tools
Responsibilities
- Conduct DFMA studies at a part, assembly, and system level to provide design feedback
- Lead static and kinematic studies to simulate assembly and equipment interactions
- Drive content reduction, assembly simplification, and build-in-quality
- Lead PFMEA, build sequence, and process layout development; host new product virtual builds with cross functional teams
- Support prototype and design validation builds: design and deliver proto manufacturing tooling, prepare bill of process, lead manufacturing trials, etc.
- Support manufacturing validations builds at Rivian’s manufacturing plants, working closely with factory integration and equipment teams
- Actively engaged in value engineering, challenge assumptions and break the status quo
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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