Rivian · 4 weeks ago
Sr. Electrical Distribution Systems Engineer
US-MI-Plymouth
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$122K/yr - $152K/yr
3+ years expRivian is an automotive company focused on electric vehicles, and they are seeking a Sr. Electrical Distribution Systems Engineer. This role involves ensuring the electrical wiring system is ready for mass production and acting as a technical lead for vehicle platform harness architecture.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
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)
Qualification
Required
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
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 PowerPoint
Preferred
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
Benefits
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.
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
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$21.93BKey Investors
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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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