Rivian · 1 month ago
Lighting Mechanical Engineer
US-CA-Irvine
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$86K/yr - $107K/yr
2+ years expRivian is an automotive company focused on innovative electric vehicles, and they are seeking a Lighting Mechanical Engineer to lead the development of lighting solutions. The role involves managing part requirements, ensuring manufacturability and compliance standards, and facilitating communication across various teams to drive successful production of lighting systems.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Translate aesthetic styling visions into feasible, production-ready interior lighting and exterior lighting solutions
Solve technical problems and evaluate design trade-offs using first-principles reasoning and root-cause analysis, leveraging expertise in plastics, injection molding, optical design, and electronics to ensure all parts and assemblies are optimized for high-volume manufacturing
Apply GD&T principles and perform tolerance stack-up analysis to ensure fit, finish, and perceived quality standards are achieved
Lead the development of DFMEA. Ensure that requirements are defined and then validated with the DVP&R
Manage Tier 1 supplier relationships including RFQ documentation, technical design reviews, and the integration of supplier feedback
Execute engineering change management and maintain accurate Bills of Materials using Enovia. Create and manage 3D and 2D data with Catia V6
Align engineering deliverables with commercial program targets including appearance, cost, weight, durability, legal requirements and timing objectives
Communicate technical concepts effectively to stakeholders and leadership to drive cross-functional collaboration between studio design, manufacturing, and program management to resolve complex engineering issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering
2-3+ years of Exterior/interior Lamp development at a Tier 1 or OEM
Capable of managing the full part lifecycle, including design, engineering validation, and release to production systems
Ability to design injection molded parts with good understanding of injection molding design guide lines
Understanding of methods for fixing plastic components together
Demonstrated proficiency in CAD tools, with the ability to create, manipulate, and review geometry to communicate concepts and design intent. Ideally proficient in CATIA V5/V6
Capable of Generating 3D geometry & sectional data. (Key module utilization: Part design & Geometric Surface design)
Able to apply fundamental and first principles to identify analyze and resolve Technical Challenges
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
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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