Staff Mechanical Design Engineer

Rivian•Carson, CA

4h•$137,800 - $172,200•Onsite

About The Position

As the Staff Mechanical Design Engineer, you will have a critical design role that includes modeling, release, and integration of assemblies within Power Electronics sub-systems. Specifically, you will be responsible for solid modeling design that includes plastic injection moldings, die-castings, and sheet metal components. You will work with cross-functional teams such as Vehicle Architecture, Manufacturing, and Electrical Engineering to design components per requirements and work collaboratively with suppliers to ensure high-volume production.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience using Catia V5 or V6 preferred.
Experience in modeling die-casting, sheet metal stamping, and plastic injection molding from “clean sheet” for Electronic Packaging designs.
Employ "First Principles" to simplify complex systems into fundamental Free-Body Diagrams to resolve key mechanical failure points.
Experience and aptitude in prototype CNC machining, injection molding, die casting, sheet metal design, wiring harness design, and assembly
Knowledge of mechanical & electrical constraints for PCBAs involving collaboration with Packaging and Electrical Engineers
Experience in ENOVIA Product Lifecycle Management, block build changes, and BOM Structure.
Technical knowledge of various quick-turn prototyping and production tool manufacturing
Extensive experience using GD&T (understanding, reading, and applying)
Proficient with Microsoft office apps (Excel, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google Workspace products
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Willing to work flexible hours and passionate about getting assignments done on time

Nice To Haves

Experience working in automotive and start-up environment is a plus

Responsibilities

Model solid components and assemblies in Power Electronics and Battery Enclosure packaging using CATIA V6
Design enclosures and mechanical assemblies for Power Electronics that meet thermal, environmental, and EMC requirements
Create 2D prints of all the components by applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
Work with DREs (Design Responsible Engineer) to bring the mechanical packaging concepts to high-volume production parts
Assist engineers with executing 3D packaging studies of various design concepts and work with other engineers/designers in different functional teams
Participate in production manufacturing DFMs with suppliers and DREs, optimizing for high-volume manufacturing, while meeting all performance targets
Make necessary updates to existing 3D models and 2D drawings, iterating designs from proof of concept, prototype, to production
Generate assembly illustrations using CATIA and other office tools to help engineers establish proper assembly processes for DFA
Knowledge of BOM structure management, submitting components for release into ENOVIA PLM to support Design Release activities