Sr. Electrical Distribution Systems Engineer

Sr. Electrical Distribution Systems Engineer

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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.

The Electrical Distribution System Integration Engineer will be responsible and accountable for ensuring the electrical wiring system is prepared for release to support mass production in accordance with Rivian’s engineering best design practice. Taking into consideration: DFM/DFA, and APQP/PPAP supplier quality standards. The Electrical Distribution Systems Engineer will act as a technical lead for their Vehicle Platform Harness Architecture and ensure that supporting Design Release Engineers (DREs) and Application Engineers have completed all of their necessary design deliverables for pre‑production, production, and post‑production changes.

• Define vehicle topologies for device connections, specialty cables, grounding, 12V high‑current, 48V DC Architecture, 120/230V AC, and integrate with vehicle communication protocols (e.g. CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.)
• Collaborate with hardware/software vehicle architects to develop vehicle integration strategies for the physical implementation of the harnessing, supporting, and leading logical and physical diagram reviews
• Derive and maintain information from device transmittals (DT / ICDs), JAMA requirements, Vehicle Architecture, and collaboration with Rivian Design Release Engineers (DRE(s)), and output sub‑system Logical schematics
• Develop complexity matrices for all harness families, defining all region and circuit level variants, trims, and options
• Define and review connector/terminal selection and cavity layout with Rivian DRE(s) and Librarians
• Ensure the design supports all cross‑functional teams’ design intent, including properly specifying wire size and type for ampacity, voltage drop, cost, etc.
• Support Vehicle and Tier I Assembly lines for design implementation, issue tracking, and closure
• Support TPMs in creating timing plans, as well as coordinating changes to ensure design alignment within the Electrical Distribution Organization (2D/3D/Systems)

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, or related engineering disciplines;
  Master’s preferred
• Minimum 3 years’ experience developing wire harness technology or electrical wiring systems
• Experience in Capital Harness Suite is a bonus
• Experience with Program Management tools, such as:
  Jira, Jama, Smartsheet, and Confluence a bonus
• Experience working with specialty cables is a bonus
• Knowledge of DFMEA principles and execution is a bonus
• Willingness to develop new technologies for future programs
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing, and listening)
• Self‑driven, displaying initiative with minimal supervision
• Patience, kindness, and self‑control, confidently centered around a positive mental attitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Visio, and Power Point

Salary Range California‑Based Applicants: $121,500 - $151,900 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

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 adequate on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

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, gender, gender…