Materials Engineer - Interior & Exterior Trim

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.

In this role you will be responsible for providing guidance and application development to the product development and Color Materials and Finishes (CMF) teams on plastics, deco materials, films fabrics & composites.

As a member of Rivian's Vehicle Hardware Engineering team you will be an intrinsic part of shaping new and exciting products – you will develop from concept and into volume production while driving the creation of sustainable, impactful and world‑class performing parts. The Vehicle Hardware Engineering is a place to be innovative and creative while contributing to a culture of trust and continuous improvement.

• Drive material prototyping & development in partnership with the product development team.
• Complete engineering approval of program materials as part of the Materials Engineering Validation process.
• Author Rivian Materials Standards and Rivian Testing Specifications.
• Lead advanced materials development with a focus on sustainability initiatives, improved durability and cleanability.
• Drive root cause analysis for ongoing production issues related to materials, working directly with Tiers and Materials Vendors.
• Provide materials modeling inputs for digital validation.
• Work in conjunction with Supplier Quality Engineering and Purchasing teams for supplier development.
• Demonstrate curiosity and high learning agility.
• Exhibit 'Rivian Compass' values in everything you do.

• B.S. in Material Sciences, Engineering or a related field. (Masters Preferred)
• 4+ years of materials development industry experience preferred.
• Multi‑disciplined experiences in automotive plastics, deco materials (plated, Aluminum wood), polymeric films, fabrics / textiles, composites, and natural fibers.
• Proven experience with managing multiple complex projects simultaneously and vendors.
• First‑class communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively across multiple sites and time zones to a wide range of audiences.
• A demonstrated ability to solve problems using a first‑principles approach.
• Highly organized and detail oriented in documentation, report writing, and data cross‑functional data management.
• An eagerness to work cross‑functionally in a dynamic environment.
• Sound commercial and financial awareness.
• Google suite proficiency.
• Ability for 10% travel including weekends and extended periods, as well as capability for international travel.

Salary range for California based applicants: $85,600-$107,000. The salary range 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 an 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 paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability 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.

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation,…