Rivian · 1 day ago
Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$117K/yr - $146K/yr
5+ years expRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, seeking to attract innovative and courageous individuals. The Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the mechanical development of infotainment and sensor modules, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize designs and ensure integration within electric vehicles.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead the mechanical development of our infotainment and sensor modules as part of our electrical hardware team
Partner with domain teams and mechanical architecture team to define mechanical component requirements and complete trade studies to optimize integration for ergonomics, manufacturing, and design
Work with cross functional teams to evaluate change impacts and development needs
Guide thermal and FEA studies to optimize design of components within our vehicles
Use first principles to identify and solve issues through critical thinking and scientific engineering methodologies
Partner with electrical team on PCB layout, enclosure and thermal design of electrical control modules
Develop and document component mechanical functional requirements based on product requirements for custom, semi-custom, and off-the-shelf components
Consider all aspects of integration such as UI/UX, EMC, service, manufacturing build feasibility, thermal, durability, mounting, ensuring correct clearances, NVH, water/dust ingress, component functionality, perceived quality, etc
Complete component design verification plans to ensure we deliver low mass, low cost, yet durable parts and modules to the vehicle program
Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the position
Qualification
Required
At least 5+ years industry experience within automotive or other industries (consumer electronics, biomedical, aerospace, etc.)
B.S degree (or above), in mechanical engineering, or relevant equivalent experience
Experience designing components and /or systems that include mechanism design, thermal design, PCB integration, sensor integration, user interface/user experience (UI/UX) considerations, and class A surface integration
Experience problem solving electrical architecture challenges, solving grounding, EMC and antenna challenges
Experience leading cross functional teams to innovate and drive new ideas and solutions into products
Be a proficient CAD designer, ideally within Catia V5 / V6 / 3DX, though other equivalent systems will be considered. Advanced surfacing and solid modelling expertise is preferred, along with strong CAD structure/organizational skills
Great problem solving and communication skills
Lead component drawing creation including GD&T to ASME Y14.5 standards in support of worst case tolerance analysis
Ability to identify optimization opportunities from CAE/testing results
Excellent knowledge of manufacturing methods such as sheet metal brake-press and stamping, injection molded plastic, cast metals, CNC machining, 3D printing etc
Experience in a wide range of EV vehicle systems, automotive design and manufacturing practices, and low-voltage electrical system integration. Direct experience is preferred
Workable knowledge with DFMEA principles and execution
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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