Staff Mechanical Engineer, Electric Machine Design

Rivian • Carson, CA

13d

About The Position

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.

In this position, you will be working with the Electric Machine Mechanical Design team on the next generation of electric motor components for Rivian’s Electric Adventure Vehicles. You will support design, release, testing, and assembly of motor subcomponents and motor assemblies by completing packaging studies, concept development, prototype builds, releasing production parts along with associated assembly documentation for systems that are currently in-production as well as for future products currently in-development.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience working in a fast-paced environment on the mechanical design of complex components
• Formal education in mechanical engineering or a similar discipline; B.S. minimum
• Proficiency with major 3D CAD software package; CATIA V6 experience preferred
• Professional experience with applying GD&T (ASME Y14.5), conducting stack-up analyses (linear & radial), and determining realistic tolerancing limits based on material and manufacturing methods
• Ability to perform structural hand-calculations and FEA studies
• Past work leading root cause analysis efforts and determining effective containment actions
• Knowledge of rapid prototyping, high-volume manufacturing processes, materials selection, and supply chains
• Hands-on experience with lab tools and measurement equipment
• Knowledge in DFMEA, DVP&R, and PFMEA
• Strong engineering fundamentals in the areas of materials, mechanics, dynamics, design for manufacturability, tolerancing, and high-precision metrology
• High-energy, open-minded attitude willing to quickly iterate on designs and expand skillset as needed
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude with minimal supervision is expected

Responsibilities

• Design sub-systems and components for electric motors and supporting mechanical structures with hands-on experiments & testing
• Utilize CATIA V6 for detailed 3D part generation/revision and 2D drawing layout, ensuring design completeness and accuracy utilizing GD&T
• Conduct stack-up analyses for parts and mating interfaces to inform components’ GD&T and manufacturing requirements
• Author motor component technical specifications, design validation plans (DVPs), test plans, and statements of work (SOWs) for internal and external use
• Manage suppliers with DFMA studies, recurring meetings, and open issue lists to ensure cost efficiency, quality, manufacturability, and reliability
• Troubleshoot, lead root cause analysis studies, and determine appropriate containment actions for quality and manufacturing issues with travel to vendors and Rivian plant(s)
• Cross-functional collaboration with various teams across Rivian to support R&D
• Design of tooling for testing and assembly, along with other development activities
• Ensure timely completion of project design deliverables, including designs, drawings, analyses, and other documentation as required.

Benefits

• 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 rivianbenefits.com.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level