Sr. Mechatronics Systems Engineer

Rivian • Irvine, CA

7h

About The Position

Rivian’s Mechatronics Engineers own functional systems from requirements through production, taking a cradle-to-grave approach to design and development, testing, launch, and support of commercial and timing activities. In this role, you will lead development of vehicle power systems and complex mechatronic systems, coordinating across engineering, controls, manufacturing, studio design, quality, customer experience, and suppliers.

The position covers system definition and requirements, architecture and integration, simulation, prototyping, validation, production support, and issue resolution. You will help develop vehicle-system algorithms and controls, establish design and quality documentation, instrument vehicles and collect test data, and advance system simulation and control practices.

Requirements

• Master of Science in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering with at least 3 years of experience in automotive systems development, or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong background in systems engineering, controls, and functional safety, with experience developing complex sensing and actuating mechatronic systems.
• Strong understanding of first-principles automotive-system physics, including loads, forces, system function, and tradeoffs among design, packaging, function, and customer experience.
• Ability to self-direct and manage issues through closure with the necessary teams, while adapting quickly to program changes.
• Knowledge of automotive design and development processes, system requirements, and general engineering best practices.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and a high level of integrity.
• Ability to deliver under pressure and manage component design and development within cost, weight, and timing constraints.
• Willingness to travel to suppliers, manufacturing sites, and testing facilities as required throughout product development.

Responsibilities

• Lead collaborative development of vehicle power systems, coordinating with engineering, controls, manufacturing, studio design, quality, and customer experience teams.
• Define systems and functional requirements across mechanical, electrical, and software domains, and support electrical and software architecture design and integration at component and system levels.
• Lead mechatronic system development through the system V-development process from concept to launch, including design reviews and cross-functional signoffs.
• Apply knowledge of software controls, electrical engineering, and electronics, and lead development, testing, and validation of mechatronic systems.
• Develop test procedures that simulate vehicle performance.
• Develop component and system designs, end-of-line specifications, detailed test methods, and system-level DFMEA, design validation, and production validation for complex mechatronic systems.
• Use model-based design, MBSE/MBD simulation toolsets, MIL/SIL/HIL, and problem-solving methods for debugging and issue resolution.
• Develop and manage system, subsystem, and component information in the Enovia PLM and Catia V6 environment.
• Support component releases and systems throughout the program lifecycle, including concept design, supplier engagement, BOM management, simulation analysis, prototyping builds, validation testing, and production support.
• Support development of vehicle-system algorithms from a clean sheet, including software architecture, implementation, integration, and testing.
• Advance system simulations and controls, pushing technology forward.
• Develop and maintain design standards, test procedures, technical specifications, and other best practices.
• Develop and maintain quality documents, including DFMEA, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Instrument vehicles before testing and operate data acquisition systems.
• Benchmark competitive vehicles, record relevant information, and refine Rivian's target metrics.
• Promote first-principles design methodology across the vehicle.
• Investigate and resolve design-related issues.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Life insurance
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) Plan, subject to eligibility requirements
• Employee Stock Purchase Program, subject to eligibility requirements
• Annual performance bonus and equity awards may be available to the successful candidate

What This Job Offers

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