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Design for Reliability Engineer

Rivian

Location

Irvine, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/9/2026

Compensation

$10,700 - $133,700 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
Approval 99%·Filings 685·New hires 98·
Established Sponsor
·FY 2025

Job description

The Design-for-Reliability Engineer will focus on mechanical systems to enhance the reliability of Rivian's Closure systems products from concept to production. This role involves collaboration with a talented team of design and validation engineers to address complex engineering challenges. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in reliability and a passion for outdoor adventure. This position is crucial for ensuring that Rivian's products are robust and dependable.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline or equivalent.
  • One or more years of industry experience in a reliability engineering role.
  • Strong technical background and interest in reliability.
  • Experience with facilitating FMEAs and leading cross-functional teams.
  • Working knowledge of a coding language, preferably Python.
  • Working knowledge of statistical software for reliability, such as JMP or the ReliaSoft suite.
  • Understanding of physics of failure for mechanical systems.
  • Knowledge of degradation of mechanical and structural components.
  • Understanding of mechanics of materials, fracture mechanics, and mechanical design.
  • Familiarity with Highly Accelerated Testing methods.

Responsibilities

  • Design reliability into Rivian's Closure systems products from concept to production phases.
  • Collaborate with design and validation engineers to develop creative solutions to engineering problems.
  • Serve as the resident reliability development expert for the Closure design team.
  • Contribute to a respectful, fun, inclusive, and inspiring team culture.
  • Deploy reliability testing guidelines and invent new ways of testing.
  • Utilize knowledge of reliability statistics, including Weibull Analysis.

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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