Rivian · 1 month ago
Sr. Component Applications Engineer
US-CA-Palo Alto
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$117K/yr - $146K/yrRivian is a company focused on electric vehicles, and they are seeking a Senior Component Applications Engineer to manage electronic component selection and maintain the part library. The role involves collaborating with the component engineering team and cross-functional partners to ensure component availability and compliance with design requirements.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Responsible for Arena Parts library maintenance from component engineering point of view
Support component engineering team to implement multi-sourcing in our design, manufacturing flows and drive part life cycle maintenance
Partner with Purchasing and Program Management teams to make sure there is alignment between part availability, cost, and planned build dates for HW
Support design engineering in the selection of electronic components for their applications
Generate Internal Part Numbers for new part requests for new designs in the Arena PLM database
Scrub Bill of Materials (BoM) to ensure compliance to application requirements (AEC-Q, Electrical/Mechanical, Temperature grade)
Manage the supply chain lifecycle for electronic components (EOL/LTB, PCNs, etc.)
Support supply chain during clear to build (CTB) reviews by identifying alternate components for known shortages
Contribute to overall process and workflow development between the cross functional team
Report weekly status to management on progress for expected deliverables and highlight risks
Qualification
Required
Experience in component engineering, electrical engineering, or related field
Prior experience in analyzing and evaluating new or improved electronic components
Understanding of Product Life Cycle Management (PLM) and ECAD tools (Altium, OrCAD) for applicable component responsibilities
Knowledge of AEC-Q qualification process
Electrical Engineering Design/Test background
Altium Experience
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.
Company
Rivian
Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
Founded in 2009
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$21.93BKey Investors
Volkswagen GroupUS Department of EnergyIllinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity
2025-06-30Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2024-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $6.6B
2024-05-02Grant· $827M
Leadership Team
Robert Scaringe
Chief Executive Officer
Claire McDonough
Chief Financial Officer
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