Staff Dimensional Engineer Careers at Rivian - Normal, Illinois

Role Overview

Join Rivian's mission to keep the world adventurous with emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. As a Staff Dimensional Engineer in Normal, Illinois, you'll own end-to-end dimensional quality for vehicle components and assemblies across the full product lifecycle. This critical role involves defining and executing dimensional control strategies to achieve superior fit, finish, and functional requirements for Body in White (BIW), closures, and major assemblies.

Serving as the primary point of contact for dimensional quality, you'll drive cross-functional alignment with design, manufacturing, suppliers, and quality teams. Mentoring junior engineers and ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and timing commitments will be key to your success. If you have expertise in GD&T, fixture design, and manufacturing processes, this Rivian career opportunity is your chance to shape the future of electric vehicles.

Key Responsibilities at Rivian

As a Staff Dimensional Engineer at Rivian, your impact will be immediate and far-reaching. Here's what you'll tackle daily:

• Lead dimensional performance of vehicles throughout the product lifecycle, from design to production.
• Drive PQ build objectives for fit & finish of final vehicles, ensuring craftsmanship excellence.
• Manage internal and external dimensional KPIs including G&F, PIST, BIW PIST, Cp/Cpk, 3MIS, PDI, and CQI.
• Develop and maintain lists of critical product and process characteristics, controlling geometry in vehicle builds.
• Create and sustain the Dimensional Control Plan for critical assemblies to produce high-quality results.
• Support validation processes for body geometry and lead proactive variation reduction in body shop operations (target Cp/Cpk > 1.33).
• Review supplier parts rigorously to eliminate dimensional build issues at the source.
• Own and maintain Geo fixtures, Cubes, Ring gauges, and PCFs for precise measurements.
• Lead interior and exterior dimensional validation using advanced gauging methods.
• Conduct data analysis to identify special and common cause problems, recommending optimal gauging strategies.
• Facilitate cross-functional root cause analysis for plant dimensional issues, launch support, and supplier corrective actions.

This role demands hands-on leadership in a fast-paced EV manufacturing environment, where your expertise directly influences vehicle quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications & Requirements

Rivian seeks top talent with proven expertise. To qualify for this Staff Dimensional Engineer position:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline + 8 years relevant experience (or advanced degree + 5 years).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with hands-on fixture design and datum strategy experience.
• Deep GD&T knowledge and manufacturing experience in Automotive Stamping, BIW assemblies, Drivetrain, or Battery modules.
• Results-driven Quality Mindset and willingness to thrive in collaborative environments.

Experience with PIST, Cp/Cpk analysis, and supplier management is highly preferred for success in Rivian's innovative culture.

Salary & Benefits

Rivian offers competitive compensation for Illinois-based Staff Dimensional Engineers: $125,800 - $157,200 USD yearly, based on experience, skills, and location. Additional perks include:

• Annual performance bonuses and equity awards.
• Comprehensive insurance: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term/long-term disability.
• Paid vacation and sick leave from day one for full-time employees.
• 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program eligibility.
• Family coverage for spouses/domestic partners and children up to age 26.

Part-time benefits start after 90 days. Explore full details at rivianbenefits.com.

Why Join Rivian?

Rivian isn't just building electric vehicles; we're redefining adventure. Our team shares a passion for the outdoors and protecting it for future generations. In Normal, Illinois, you'll work with diverse, courageous innovators challenging the status quo in EV manufacturing.

As a Staff Dimensional Engineer, you'll contribute to groundbreaking Electric Adventure Vehicles, driving dimensional excellence that sets industry standards. Enjoy a collaborative culture, cutting-edge tools, and real impact on sustainable mobility. Rivian is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair employment practices.

How to Apply

Ready to advance your career in dimensional engineering at Rivian? Apply now through careers.rivian.com (or internal portal for current employees). This position remains open until at least 1/30/2026. Don't miss your chance to join Rivian's mission – apply today and help build the future of electric adventure!

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