The Engineer will be responsible for the design, release, and product management of battery pack components at Rivian. This role supports the ESS Integration Engineering Team in developing all battery pack components. The engineer will lead CAD development and manage product lifecycle data to ensure components meet specifications. A strong focus on collaboration with suppliers and ongoing product development for cost reduction and design improvements is essential.

• 5+ years of industry experience or 3+ years with a Master’s degree.
• Experience working with vehicle teams to integrate products.
• Familiarity with lithium-ion cell chemistries and form factors.
• Design experience for injection molding, forming/stamping, casting, extrusion, and composite layup.
• Understanding of battery system architectures.
• Strong background in fluids and thermodynamics with knowledge of energy conversion and heat transfer.
• Experience with automotive powertrain requirements, load cases, and standards.
• Experience with release engineering including CAD design, GD&T, and PLM interface.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for supplier engagement and project management.
• Experience with automotive DVP&R cycle, requirements management, and issue tracking.

• Support the ESS Integration Engineering Team for the development of all Rivian battery pack components.
• Lead CAD development for battery pack components.
• Manage PLM Battery System and component attribute data in Enovia, including tracking mass roll-ups.
• Support CAD design reviews as necessary.
• Ensure drafting, tolerance stack analysis, and GD&T are completed for battery components.
• Manage suppliers through product development to ensure parts meet fit, form, and function for applications.
• Support BOM management activities based on variant and date/milestone effectivity.
• Support component interface analysis, DVA, and clash checks.
• Support ongoing product development efforts for cost reduction and design improvements.

• 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.