Sr. Series Engineer, Powertrain

Rivian • Normal, IL

2d • Onsite

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.

In this position, you will be the liaison between Series Engineering and Operations & Manufacturing Engineering for Driveline Production lines and the General Assembly of our Electric drive units. The job opening will be located at our Normal, Illinois facility and report directly to the Sr. Manager, Powertrain Production Programs.

Requirements

• Mechanical Engineer / Mechatronic Engineer / Electrical Engineer with automotive experience
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in automotive /aeronautic / mechanical design
• Multidisciplinary team leadership
• Process knowledge, DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R development, APQP
• Working level understanding of GD&T, Root Cause Analysis, Statistics/Data Analysis, VAVE
• Project Planning skills
• Develop, Design, Validate and Release design changes applicable to components/systems (BOM responsible)
• CAD proficient
• Verbal and written communication / negotiation skills (Product to Plant / Suppliers to Product)

Responsibilities

• Maintain Product Integrity
• Multidisciplinary Team Cooperation and Coordination
• BOM Creation
• Stack-Up Analysis
• Risk evaluation for engineering changes/deviations
• Support new program/engineering changes/launch
• Implement engineering changes proposed by suppliers
• Support Manufacturing Process Changes
• Point of contact for suppliers (design related discussions)
• VAVE support

Benefits

• Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment.

What This Job Offers

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