Role SummaryThe Structural Safety Engineer (CAE) supports the structural analysis and design efforts within the engineering team. This entry-level role provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with CAE tools and techniques while contributing to vehicle development projects. The individual in this role works under the guidance of more senior safety engineers and assists in completing analysis tasks that ensure the structural integrity and performance of vehicle components.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities:- Assist in the execution of structural analysis tasks using CAE tools.
- Support the development of CAE models and simulations to evaluate structural components.
- Help analyze simulation results and provide recommendations for design improvements.
- Contribute to the creation of test plans and assist in the validation process of vehicle structures.
- Communicate analysis results to team members and contribute to discussions about structural design solutions.
QualificationsTechnical and Behavioral Expectations:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
- 2+ years experience in automotive safety or another relevant field
- Basic understanding of structural analysis principles and CAE software.
- Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills related to automotive structural analysis.
- Ability to follow guidance from senior engineers and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
- Strong collaboration skills and a willingness to engage with cross-functional teams.
- Expected to complete assigned tasks accurately and on time, contributing to the overall success of the team.
- Works under close guidance but is expected to contribute positively to the team and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
- Ability to travel to vehicle and component launch locations.
Pay DisclosureThe salary range for this role is $107,000-133,700 for Southern California based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.
The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian's 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.
You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than November 20,2026.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. 
