Role SummaryJoin Rivian's Cockpit and Trim team within Interior Engineering, where you'll play a key role in shaping innovation and impactful products from concept through volume production. Your contributions will help drive the development of high-performing and sustainable solutions. Cockpit and Trim Engineering is a place to be innovative and creative while contributing to a culture of trust and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities- Lead the design and development of components within the Instrument Panel for Rivian vehicles from concept through production that achieve performance, timing and commercial targets
- Create and Release 2D Drawings and 3D models within Catia V6 / 3D Experience for responsible parts.
- Collaborate Closely with studio, vehicle attributes, body structures, electrical, and perceived quality teams to achieve targets
- Lead cross functional alignment ensuring seamless collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and key stakeholders to align to broader company goals and drive success in area of responsibility
- Lead the design and development of DFMEAs with the cross functional team and cascade dependencies to cross functional partners
- Develop and execute Product Validation plans, coordinate validation activities, and sign off validation results
Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 4+ years experience in the automotive sector (or equivalent) preferred in instrument panel design of Cross Car Beam, Glove Box, IP Upper, HVAC Ducts, Vents, etc
- Demonstrated strong understanding of engineering first principles for effective problem identification and resolution
- Strong working knowledge of FMVSS, ECE, NCAP and other automotive evaluation and regulatory achievement
- Understanding of various interior manufacturing processes, including injection molding, blow molding, cut/sew/wrap, hot plate welding, etc.
- Strong communication skills to articulate complex technical information to a diverse audience, both verbally and in written form
- Strong capability in Catia V6, including sketcher, GSD and part workbenches
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support vehicle launch activities.
Pay DisclosureSalary Range Irvine-Based Applicants: $107,800-$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.
International Relocation is not available for this role.
