Exteriors, Staff Mechanical Design & Release Engineer

Full-time - Mid Level

Irvine, CA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

This is a fantastic opportunity to 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 Fascia's, FEM, Claddings, Pillar Trims, badges etc.
• Apply your expert knowledge of various manufacturing processes such as injection molding, compression molding, 2-shot molding, overmolding 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.
• Create different CAD concepts for issues, detailed 2D sections and concept 3D CAD during initial development.
• Work with cross functional teams to develop high quality design that meets requirements of the system as a whole.
• Mentor less experienced Design & Release Engineers.
• Manage mass/cost/time etc. and proactively communicate issues to all other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (Masters preferred).
• 6 yrs. of exterior component design and release experience.
• Catia v5 / v6 operative skills, to be able to demonstrate high technical competence.
• 4+ years of experience in Automotive exteriors mechanisms from concept to production.
• Proven supplier management skills based on working with a mix of build-to-print and full-service suppliers.
• Generation of 3D geometry & sectional data. (Key module utilization: Part design & Geometric Surface design).
• Compliance with company procedures & quality standards.
• Involvement in process improvements.
• Highly motivated with good logical reasoning.
• Strong numeracy & literacy with good organizational & communication skills.
• A desire to strive for improvements to achieve high customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• 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.