Sr. Design & Release Engineer - Interior & Small Lighting

Irvine, CA, United States

About Us:

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

Role Summary:

In this role you'll support the full lifecycle of Vehicle Exterior Small Lamps and Interior Lamps, including design, development, and integration for new and existing vehicle programs. You’ll act as the technical liaison, coordinating between Studio, Engineering, Suppliers, and Procurement. You’ll work cross functionally to ensure proper integration with components across BIW, fascia, mirrors, cockpit, door trim, and more.

Responsibilities:

Support program and engineering activities for exterior lighting programs, focusing on Small Exterior and interior lamps.
Engineering BoM development. Cost / weight pack development. Weight BoM management
DFMEA & DVP creation & maintenance
Design surface feasibility 'FC' checks. Provide feasibility advice & guidance to Studio.
Participate in cross functional integration reviews for components & systems, considering technical application, form, function & harmonization of the execution, including timing plans.
Develop scope-of-work documents with key deliverables identified, and work with suppliers to deliver to key program milestones.
Support the generation / development of design rules & guidelines.
Main point of contact for the development of 3d and 2d models for engineering

Qualifications:

Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering
3-7+ 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.
Demonstrated proficiency in CAD tools, with the ability to create, manipulate, and review geometry to communicate concepts and design intent. Role includes significant focus (approximately 50%) on geometry development and refinement
Proficient in CATIA V5/V6, with the ability to apply CAD skills to develop and communicate technically sound design solutions.
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
Demonstrated ability to manage information, prioritize tasks, and communicate project status with clarity.
Able to Communicate clearly and concisely with both technical and non-technical audiences.
Speos Experience (Preferred)

Pay Disclosure:

Salary Range Irvine-Based Applicants: $107,000 - $134,800 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: 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 Statements:

Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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