Exterior Trim Mechanical Design Engineer

Rivian • Irvine, CA

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About The Position

This is an opportunity to have great impact and shape the physical design of Rivian’s electric vehicle systems. We’re looking for a highly motivated, multi-disciplined mechanical design & release engineer to help us design and develop Exterior components on current and future Rivian Models.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in CATIA v5/v6 or similar CAD software, with the ability to demonstrate applied knowledge.
• Hands-on experience in the design-through-manufacturing process, gained via academic curriculum or extracurricular projects.
• Proficiency in generating 3D geometry and sectional data.
• Experience or involvement in process improvement initiatives.
• Analytical Thinking: Highly motivated with strong logical reasoning skills.
• Communication: Strong numeracy and literacy, paired with excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proactivity: A proactive approach to preventing issues and avoiding project delays.
• Results-Oriented: A drive to pursue continuous improvement and achieve high levels of customer satisfaction.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred: 1–2 examples of design internship experience or a similar professional role.

Responsibilities

• Design, Develop, and release Exterior Components including, but not limited to Front and Rear Fascia Assemblies, Front End Modules (FEM), Painted and Mold in Color Exterior Trim components.
• Use engineering fundamentals to expand your knowledge in various manufacturing processes such as injection molding, compression molding, 2-shot molding, over-molding etc.
• Work with the studio team to provide feedback and generate high quality A-surfaces that meet all DFM requirements while keeping with the theme of the vehicle.
• Use first principle driven design direction in order to develop exterior components that is best for the product overall.
• Communicate effectively with cross functional groups managing several parts, changes, and processes at a time.
• Create different CAD concepts for issues, detailed 2D sections and concept 3D CAD during initial development.
• Work with cross functional teams to solve problems and develop designs that meets requirements of the system as a whole.

Benefits

• The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees.
• You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements.
• Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment.
• Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
• More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level