Exterior Trim Mechanical Design Engineer

About Rivian

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

This is an opportunity to have great impact and shape the physical design of Rivian's electric vehicle systems. We're looking for a highly motivated, multi-disciplined mechanical design & release engineer to help us design and develop Exterior components on current and future Rivian Models.

Responsibilities
Design, Develop, and release Exterior Components including, but not limited to Front and Rear Fascia Assemblies, Front End Modules (FEM), Painted and Mold in Color Exterior Trim components.
Use engineering fundamentals to expand your knowledge in various manufacturing processes such as injection molding, compression molding, 2-shot molding, over-molding etc.
Work with the studio team to provide feedback and generate high quality A-surfaces that meet all DFM requirements while keeping with the theme of the vehicle.
Use first principle driven design direction in order to develop exterior components that is best for the product overall.
Communicate effectively with cross functional groups managing several parts, changes, and processes at a time.
Create different CAD concepts for issues, detailed 2D sections and concept 3D CAD during initial development.
Work with cross functional teams to solve problems and develop designs that meets requirements of the system as a whole.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Preferred: 1-2 examples of design internship experience or a similar professional role.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Skilled in CATIA v5/v6 or similar CAD software, with the ability to demonstrate applied knowledge.
• Hands-on experience in the design-through-manufacturing process, gained via academic curriculum or extracurricular projects.
• Proficiency in generating 3D geometry and sectional data.
• Experience or involvement in process improvement initiatives.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Highly motivated with strong logical reasoning skills.
• Communication:
  Strong numeracy and literacy, paired with excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proactivity: A proactive approach to preventing issues and avoiding project delays.
• Results-Oriented: A drive to pursue continuous improvement and achieve high levels of customer satisfaction.

Pay Disclosure

The salary range for this role is $85,400 - $94,900 for California based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.

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

Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair…