Rivian · 1 month ago
DFM Valor Engineer
US-CA-Irvine
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$78K/yr - $97K/yr
1+ years expRivian is a company focused on automotive innovation, and they are seeking a DFM Valor Engineer to support Design for Manufacturability activities for ECU products. The role involves collaborating with hardware and PCB design teams to perform DFM analysis and provide feedback on new products.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Perform Valor DFM Analysis on PCB designs for manufacturability, ensuring compliance with established rulesets for spacing, solderability, and assembly constraints
Work with engineering teams to provide early-stage DFM feedback on new ECU products
Generate and maintain documentation for DFM analysis reports and findings
Assist in the creation and management of Valor Part Library (VPL) and design rulesets
Support DFM report generation and process automation efforts, potentially using scripting tools like VBScript or Python
Participate in root cause analysis for DFM-related build issues and support recommended design changes
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field and equivalent experience
1–5 years of hands-on experience using Valor DFM tools (Panel Design, DFM Analysis)
Familiarity with IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610 Class 3)
Basic understanding of PCBA manufacturing processes and common component placement constraints
Preferred
Experience with scripting for automation (VBScript, Python)
Familiarity with other EDA tools and basic netlist verification
Previous exposure to the automotive electronics industry and its quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949)
Benefits
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment.
Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Company
Rivian
Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
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
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Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Financial Officer
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