Sr. Design Reliability Engineer – Mechanical Systems

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.

Reliability is at the core of Electric Adventure Vehicles. We are looking for engineers who have experience in bringing products from the early concept stages to production by working closely with design, validation and manufacturing teams on solving technical problems along the way to make the most robust products. If some of the first things that come to your mind when looking at a complex design is "what are the way this thing can fail and how can I make it better?"

then, we are looking for you!

• As a Design-for-Reliability Engineer focusing on mechanical systems, you will play a key role in designing reliability into Rivian's chassis systems products from concept to production phases.
• You will get to work with a world-class team of design and validation engineers to come up with creative solutions to some of the most challenging engineering problems by thinking outside the box.
• Be the resident reliability development expert to the chassis design team.

• Minimum requirement is a Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline or equivalent. Preferably one or more years of industry experience in a reliability engineering role. Level of Role depends on experience and qualifications. In addition, a strong technical background and interest in reliability.
• Experience with facilitating FMEAs and leading cross functional teams.
• Working knowledge of a coding language, preferably Python.
• Working knowledge of statistical software for reliability, such as JMP or the Relia Soft suite
• A desire to contribute to a respectful, fun, inclusive and inspiring team culture.

Must have domain knowledge:

- Physics of failure knowledge for mechanical systems

- Understanding of degradation of mechanical and structural components.

- Understanding of mechanics of materials, fracture mechanics and mechanical design.

- Understanding of Highly Accelerated Testing methods and governing equations for different types of failure mechanisms.

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants
: $135,100-$168,900 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits

Summary:

Rivian provides 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, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

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