Brake Design & Release Engineer

Rivian • Irvine, CA

35d • Onsite

About The Position

The Brake Design & Release Engineer will play a key role in the product design and development of brake system hardware for Rivian's Electric Vehicles, including foundation brakes, electro mechanical brakes, pedals, and by wire systems. Working within the Rivian Chassis Vehicle Hardware Engineering organization and supported by Lead Engineers and Senior Managers, this engineer will guide brake projects from early concept through production release, pre series build support, and engineering sign off. Success in this role requires someone who collaborates well in a team environment, can confidently self manage their own deliverables, and brings solid engineering fundamentals, a genuine interest in EVs and adventure vehicles, and strong curiosity and enthusiasm for learning chassis design and technologies. This is an onsite role at our design headquarters in Irvine, California.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in a chassis design and/or development role at an OEM or supplier.
• Strong proficiency in brake system design fundamentals, including brake rotors, calipers, pedals, actuation systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with brake-by-wire and ADAS technologies, and design standards used across the industry
• Candidates should be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Excellent communication skills, able to interact effectively with domestic and international teammates & suppliers
• Possess a genuine interest in EVs & Adventure Vehicles and is driven with unwavering enthusiasm and curiosity to learn as much as possible about chassis design & technologies.
• Must be a self-starter, use initiative and engineering judgement
• Ability to interpret data and solve complex problems using first principles

Responsibilities

• Lead system and component design for brake rotors, calipers, park brakes, pedals, and actuation systems while managing supplier interfaces and core engineering deliverables.
• Identify technical challenges and drive problem solving through development, validation, and series production.
• Ensure all brake components and subsystems meet required local, regional, and international homologation standards for Rivian markets.
• Create clear and comprehensive engineering specification packages for internal and external partners.
• Own and manage component and vehicle level design verification requirements, testing plans, and execution.
• Complete and release brake system component documentation including 3D models, 2D drawings, and supporting data.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers to deliver hardware on time, to spec, and aligned with program goals.
• Deliver brake systems that meet program timing, cost targets, and all vehicle attribute requirements including mass, vehicle dynamics, crash, aero, NVH, and chassis performance.

Benefits

• Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
• Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment.
• Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees