Full Time Materials Engineering Internships 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. 

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Sr. Corrosion Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, executing full vehicle tests and analyzing test data to assess vehicle performance against environmental exposure and stone impact.

• Provide technical guidance and recommendation on material selection, platings, coatings, and applications with guidance from more experienced team members. 

• Support test development projects to improve methodology, modify specifications, and define/establish requirements.

• Experience with vehicle level tests and various component-level industry tests/standards is preferred. 

• Responsible for collaboration and coordination with stakeholder and cross-functional teams to address corrosion risks, concerns and failures.

• In-depth understanding of fundamental corrosion mechanisms with vehicle knowledge to help identify root cause, apply corrosion theory and provide practical technical solutions.

• Manage end-to-end planning, coordination, preparation, documentation and execution of vehicle-level corrosion test programs.

• Utilize tools like Confluence and Jira to document test plans, procedures, and results

• Track test progress, timelines, and milestones, ensuring transparency and accountability within the team and cross functionally

• Ensure external test facilities’ adherence to Rivian test protocols and capture critical data throughout the test

• Log, categorize, and prioritize test findings and issues. Work closely with design and development teams to integrate test feedback into product improvements

• Drive optimization efforts in testing procedures to reduce lead times and resource requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

• 5+ years of proven experience in failure analysis, vehicle testing, project management and stakeholder management, including applicable internship experience.

• Experience in automotive testing procedures and standards.

• Understanding of various vehicle systems, subsystem interactions and failure modes.

• Knowledge of relevant automotive industry standards and regulations. 

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Preferred: An understanding of corrosion engineering, vehicle diagnostics, materials science, protective coatings and surface treatments.

• Ability to travel up to 40%.

The salary range for this role is $121,500 - $151,900 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’s, Master’s or PhD degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.

• 5+ years of proven experience in failure analysis, vehicle testing, project management and stakeholder management, including applicable internship experience.

• Experience in automotive testing procedures and standards.

• Understanding of various vehicle systems, subsystem interactions and failure modes.

• Knowledge of relevant automotive industry standards and regulations. 

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Preferred: An understanding of corrosion engineering, vehicle diagnostics, materials science, protective coatings and surface treatments.

• Ability to travel up to 40%.