Sr. Dimensional Engineer

Rivian•Normal, IL

67d

About The Position

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary The Sr. Dimensional Engineer is responsible for ensuring that vehicle components and assemblies meet dimensional quality targets throughout the product lifecycle. In this position you will lead dimensional control strategies to achieve fit, finish, and functional requirements across BIW, closures, and other major assemblies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related technical field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Hands-on experience with fixture designs, checking aids and datum strategies.
Excellent knowledge of GD&T.
Manufacturing/assembly experience with a focus on one or more of the following areas: Automotive Stamping, Body in White assemblies/subassemblies, Drivetrain castings/gears, Battery modules
Results driven with a Quality Mindset.
Willingness to work in a strong cross-functional and collaborative environment

Responsibilities

Improve Dimensional performance of vehicle throughout the product life cycle.
Dimensional engineering PQ build objectives (Fit & Finish) of the final vehicle.
Internal and external dimensional KPI's. G&F PIST, BIW PIST, BIW Cp/Cpk, 3MIS, Pre-delivery inspection (PDI), Customer quality index (CQI), Craftmanship audit.
Develop/Manage the list of critical product and process characteristics and controlling their geometry in vehicle builds to produce quality assemblies.
Develop/Maintain the Dimensional Control plan for critical assemblies.
Support parts and system validation processes for all body geometry and proactively lead variation reduction efforts for the body shop (goal of achieving Cp/Cpk > 1.33 for all critical features and sustaining those levels through product life cycle)
Review Supplier parts to ensure zero-dimensional build issues.
Own and maintain the current Geo fixtures, Cubes, Ring gauges & PCF.
Support Interior and exterior dimensional validation, using Cubes, Ring gauges & PCF's.
Recommending best gauging methods and performing data analysis to identify special and common cause problems.