The Staff Body Closures Handle and Latch Design & Release Engineer at Rivian will take ownership of the development and release of innovative handle and latch mechanisms for electric vehicles. This role requires a blend of CAD design, physics knowledge, and leadership to tackle complex engineering challenges. The engineer will work closely with various teams to ensure high-quality standards and effective supplier management. A passion for outdoor adventure and sustainability aligns with Rivian's mission to protect the environment for future generations.

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, with a Master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of automotive engineering experience focused on latching systems, handles, and closures mechanisms.
• Deep understanding of first-principle physics, including loads, kinematics, and forces.
• Proven track record of managing Tier-1 supplier teams to deliver high-volume mechanism products on schedule.
• Hands-on CAD design experience for mechanisms, closures, or structural components, preferably in Catia V6 / Enovia PLM.
• Proficiency in tolerance stackup analysis and component tolerancing across varied materials and manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated capability in leveraging CAE data to drive design decisions and optimization.
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to self-direct and resolve multi-disciplinary issues under program pressure.
• Willingness to travel to supplier, manufacturing, and testing facilities as required.

• Take full end-to-end ownership for the design, development, release, and lifecycle management of vehicle handle and latching mechanisms.
• Drive the architecture and implementation of new handle and latch technologies to enhance customer experience.
• Establish and maintain core engineering standards, technical specifications, design guidelines, and quality documentation.
• Develop strategies for managing noise and environmental factors, including water intrusion and latch sound quality.
• Serve as the technical approver for closure subsystem designs at key vehicle program milestones.
• Decompose vehicle-level functional requirements into sub-system and component-level specifications.
• Lead cross-functional integration with Body Engineering, Studio Design, Quality, and Customer Experience teams.
• Manage component delivery in Catia V6 and Enovia PLM while balancing cost, weight, packaging, and timing constraints.
• Direct supplier engagement, simulation analysis, prototype builds, tolerance stackups, and validation testing.
• Lead root-cause problem solving for complex field and manufacturing issues and embed campaign prevention into future standards.
• Mentor and develop junior engineering team members.

• 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.