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Staff Mechanical Engineer - Restraints

Rivian

Location

Irvine, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/26/2026

Compensation

$137,800 - $182,520 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 99%·Filings 685·New hires 98·
Established Sponsor
·FY 2025

Job description

As a member of Rivian's Restraints team within the Interior Engineering team, you will play a crucial role in the design and development of restraints for Rivian vehicles. This position emphasizes innovation and collaboration, working closely with studio designers and cross-functional teams to achieve performance and commercial targets. You will be responsible for leading projects from concept through production, ensuring high-quality and sustainable solutions. The role requires a strong understanding of engineering principles and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline; a Master's degree and significant experience is a plus.
  • 10 years of experience developing, validating, and launching restraint components or assemblies in automotive systems.
  • Experience with CAD design and manufacturing processes.
  • Strong understanding of engineering first principles.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong working knowledge of FMVSS, ECE, NCAP, and other automotive evaluation and regulatory standards.
  • Ability to self-direct while managing ambiguity.
  • Excellent understanding of GD&T standards.
  • Understanding of FE analysis techniques for design optimization.
  • Ability to conduct and drive the DFMEA process.
  • Curiosity and high learning agility.
  • Ability to travel to vehicle and component launch locations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of restraints for Rivian vehicles from concept through production.
  • Collaborate closely with studio designers to achieve design themes.
  • Lead the design and development of products in Catia V6 using generative shape design, part design, and sketcher workbench.
  • Ensure cross-functional alignment and collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
  • Manage the engineering bill of materials and perform change management using Enovia.
  • Develop and execute Product Validation plans and coordinate validation activities.
  • Exhibit Rivian Compass values in all activities.

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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