Rivian · 3 weeks ago
Exterior Mechanisms & Glazing - Design Release Engineer
US-CA-Irvine
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$86K/yr - $107K/yr
2+ years expRivian is an innovative company focused on electric vehicle systems, seeking a Design Release Engineer to shape the design of Exterior Mechanisms & Glazing. The role involves collaboration across various teams to develop and release high-quality mechanical designs and ensure compliance with manufacturing processes.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Design, develop and model mechanical and mechatronic systems including, but not limited to Side Mirrors, Wipers, Washer Systems, Chargeport Doors, Glazings, and Tonneau Covers. This will include interacting with multiple interface functions including Studio, Quality, Manufacturing, Software Controls, and Vehicle Attributes
Use Catia V5/3D Experience to develop high quality 3D parametric data to enable faster turnaround to make changes
Develop, prototype and industrialize various mechanisms & actuators in the vehicle features
Have demonstrable knowledge of various manufacturing processes such as injection molding, high-pressure die casting and the forming of glass
Develop high quality 2D drawings and LD files in conjunction with Internal Design Engineer’s and External Suppliers to enable high quality releases on time
Work with cross functional teams to develop high quality CAD that meets requirements of the system as a whole and respect clearance zones, sweep zones 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
Come up with different CAD concepts for issues, detailed 2D sections and concept 3D CAD during initial development
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
2-3+ Years of experience developing Side Mirrors, Wipers, Washer Systems, Chargeport Doors, Glazings, and various Automotive mechanisms systems
Catia v5 / v6 operative skills, to be able to demonstrate high technical competence
2+ years of experience in Automotive Exteriors Mechanisms and/or Glazing 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
Preferred
Masters preferred
Benefits
Rivian 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
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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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Chief Financial Officer
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