Associate Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs in Riverside, CA

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. 

As a member of Rivian’s Cockpit and Trim Engineering team, you will 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. Interior Engineering is a place to be innovative and creative while contributing to a culture of trust and continuous improvement.

Design, develop, and model class A plastic injection molded components for the interior of Rivian vehicles from concept through production that achieve performance, timing and commercial targets

Utilize Catia V6/3D Experience to develop high quality 3D parametric data utilizing generative shape design, part design, and sketcher workbench. 

Develop high quality 2D drawings in Catia V6

Collaborate Closely with studio designers to achieve design themes

Engage cross functionally ensuring seamless collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and key stakeholders to align to broader company goals and drive success in area of responsibility

Design and develop the engineering bill of materials and perform change management using Enovia as a part management tool

Design and develop DFMEAs with the cross functional team and cascade dependencies to cross functional partners

Support the creation of Product Validation plans, coordinate validation activities, and sign off validation results

Exhibit “Rivian Compass” values in everything you do

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering minimum

Experience with CAD software - Catia V5/V6 including sketcher, GSD and part workbenches preferred

Knowledge of various manufacturing processes such as injection molding, thermal forming, 3D printing, and cut/sew/wrapping

Strong understanding of engineering first principles

Eagerness to learn and excellent communication skills

Ability to self-direct while managing ambiguity 

Curiosity and high learning agility

Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support vehicle launch activities
Preferred: Class A Injection Molding development experience

The salary range for this role is $85,400 - $94,900 for 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. 

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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Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering minimum

Experience with CAD software - Catia V5/V6 including sketcher, GSD and part workbenches preferred

Knowledge of various manufacturing processes such as injection molding, thermal forming, 3D printing, and cut/sew/wrapping

Strong understanding of engineering first principles

Eagerness to learn and excellent communication skills

Ability to self-direct while managing ambiguity 

Curiosity and high learning agility

Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support vehicle launch activities
Preferred: Class A Injection Molding development experience