Sr. Mechanical Engineer Interior Door Trim and Center Console

Rivian • Irvine, CA

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About The Position

Keep the world adventurous forever by joining the team creating the next generation of electric adventure vehicle interiors. You will be a member of a diverse and dynamic team implementing cutting-edge technology and driving innovation across the industry. As a Senior Design and Release Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and launch of high-complexity sub-systems, such as Center Consoles or Door Trim assemblies, from initial concept through production validation.

Requirements

• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: 6–10 years of experience in Product Development, specifically within automotive interior commodities (Door Trim, Console, or Instrument Panels).
• Expertise: Deep knowledge of design fundamentals, system requirements establishment, and first-principles engineering.
• CAD Proficiency: Expert-level experience in Catia V6 modeling methodologies, including assembly development and 3D annotations.
• Technical Standards: Advanced understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Material Knowledge: Demonstrated ability to specify and argue for/against materials based on performance and manufacturing trade-offs.
• Project Leadership: Proven ability to work with minimum guidance on daily tasks and create high-level plans for project deliverables.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of automotive regulatory and certification requirements (FMVSS, ECE, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Studio Interface: Lead the engineering interface with the Rivian Design Studio, developing and simplifying complex engineering criteria to communicate surface requests and technical constraints effectively.
• Design & Engineering: Create and manage 3D geometric designs and 2D drawings using Catia V6, ensuring designs meet "First Principles" and rigorous fit-and-finish standards.
• Technical Analysis: Understand and apply moldflow, formability (desired), and wrapping software (desired) analysis to anticipate impacts on part design, materials, and tooling.
• Virtual Validation: Independently utilize virtual analysis tools (e.g., SimSolid or Trim Development Tools) to develop parts optimized for durability and system performance.
• Problem Solving: Proactively lead direct root cause analysis (RCA) for component failures, collaborating with the Failure Analysis (FA) lab to implement permanent resolutions.
• Standardization: Create new basic standards and methodologies to improve design, test, and delivery processes within the Interior department.
• Supplier Management: Select best-fit suppliers through technical reviews and manage external partners to deliver high-quality components on schedule.
• Quality & Risk: Interpret and apply DFMEA categories to sub-systems, ensuring outputs are accurately cascaded to the Design Verification Plan (DVP).
• Mentorship: Actively participate in leadership discussions and provide guidance or mentorship to emerging talent employees

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: Mid Level