Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

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.

In this position, you will be part of the Powertrain CAD/Design team, and you will provide CAD/Design support for future and current production Drive Unit (DU) Programs as well as for advanced engineering projects. You will lead the 2D/3D CAD requirements as assigned, in order to support DU Future/Current Program design changes, advanced development projects, and associated CAD Studies.

For this position, we would also like the candidate to bring a Dimensional Engineering Skillset to the team, to support 3D CAD-based tolerance stack analysis. If the candidate does not possess this skillset, we are seeking a candidate who would like to pursue this skillset through formal training and project execution.

This opening will be located at our Plymouth, MI facility and reports directly to a Technical Manager.

• Parametric 3D mechanical design of component parts, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies for Rivian Drive Units and advanced projects in CATIA
• Create 2D drawings for component parts, sub-assemblies, and Drive Unit Assembly Drawings (DUADs) and advance projects using ASME-Y14.5 drafting standards and application of GD&T in CATIA
• Ensure Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system integrity and manage all product configuration data and information throughout the product lifecycle in ENOVIA
• Generate CAD illustrations of assemblies and exploded views for use in assembly instruction documentation
• Execute 3D packaging studies of design concepts, considering package envelope, system performance, and manufacturing feasibility
• Collaborate directly with DRE’s and with cross-functional teams such as CAE, EE, manufacturing engineering, vehicle packaging, and systems engineering
• Support and participate in Design Reviews
• Create and maintain documentation to support product release and change management activities
• Perform part and assembly 3D tolerance stack analysis and provide feedback to product and/or manufacturing engineering teams

• Minimum 5 years of experience using CATIA (V6 preferred)
• Experience using ENOVIA Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system or equivalent
• DFM knowledge relative to Machined Die Castings, Plastic Injection / Molded Parts, Gears/Bearings, Bolted Joints, etc.
• Able to apply DFA for the manufacturing of power electronics and vehicle integration
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and its application to part manufacturing and assembly tolerancing
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) or Google productivity applications (Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides), which is preferred
• Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and a quick learner who is able to work in a fast-paced environment
• In-depth understanding of EV propulsion system components/subsystems preferred
• CAD & GD&T proficiency with Transmissions/Drive Units preferred
• Able to apply DFA for the manufacturing of powertrain drive units and vehicle integration preferred
• Expertise in 3D tolerance stack analysis, 3DCS preferred

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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