Job description
Rivian is seeking a highly motivated and experienced mechanical engineer to lead the development of electronic hardware components for their Electric Adventure Vehicles. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize mechanical designs for performance, manufacturing, and service. The ideal candidate will have a passion for innovation and a commitment to protecting the outdoors. This position is integral to advancing Rivian's mission of creating emissions-free vehicles.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of industry experience within automotive or related fields, with a preference for experience in ECU development.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering or a relevant equivalent experience.
- Experience in designing components and systems that include mechanism design, thermal design, and PCB integration.
- Proficiency in CAD design, ideally in Catia V5/V6/3DX, with advanced surfacing and solid modeling expertise preferred.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead the mechanical development of ECUs and next-generation internal compute designs.
- Define mechanical component requirements and conduct trade studies for optimization.
- Develop PCB MCOs, enclosure designs, and thermal management designs.
- Create component drawings and perform tolerance analysis studies.
- Support thermal and FEA studies to enhance component design.
- Document component mechanical functional requirements based on product specifications.
- Complete component design verification plans to ensure durability and cost-effectiveness.
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Rivian Automotive Llc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
101
FY2026
Approval rate
97.5%
FY2026
LCA certified
258
FY2026
Entry-level share
3.9%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+60%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-42%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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