Staff Mechanical Engineer, Electric Machine Design at Rivian

Role Overview

Join Rivian's innovative Electric Machine Mechanical Design team in Carson, California as a Staff Mechanical Engineer, Electric Machine Design. Rivian is leading the charge in emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles, and this role is at the heart of developing next-generation electric motor components. You'll support design, release, testing, and assembly of motor subcomponents and assemblies for both in-production systems and future products. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for mechanical engineering in EVs, this is your chance to apply now and shape the future of adventure.

Work on wound-field motors, permanent magnet motors, and associated mechanical designs using cutting-edge tools like CATIA V6. From packaging studies and concept development to prototype builds and production part releases, you'll drive innovation in electric machine design.

Key Responsibilities at Rivian

As a Staff Mechanical Engineer, your impact will be immediate and hands-on:

• Design sub-systems and components for electric motors, including wound-field and permanent magnet motors.
• Generate & refine detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings at component and sub-system levels using CATIA V6.
• Conduct stack-up analyses for mating interfaces to define GD&T and manufacturing requirements per ASME Y14.5.
• Review designs and drawings for technical accuracy, completeness, and adherence to requirements.
• Develop work instructions, assembly guidance, and build documentation.
• Perform analysis and validation using hand-calculations, FEA, and numerical methods.
• Manage suppliers with DFM, DFA, and issue lists for quality and on-time delivery.
• Author technical specs, DVP&Rs, test plans, and Statements of Work (SOW).
• Design tooling and fixtures for motor assembly and testing.
• Lead lab activities including builds, tests, validation, and root cause analysis.

Expect cross-functional collaboration, travel to suppliers and plants, and leadership in DFMEA, PFMEA, and problem-solving.

Qualifications & Requirements

Rivian seeks top talent with proven expertise. Key qualifications include:

• 8+ years in mechanical design of complex systems in fast-paced environments.
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (MS preferred).
• Proficiency in 3D CAD, especially CATIA V6.
• Expertise in GD&T (ASME Y14.5), stack-up analyses, and tolerancing.
• Hands-on FEA and structural calculations for design feasibility.
• Experience with rapid prototyping, high-volume manufacturing, materials, and supply chain.
• Strong fundamentals in materials, mechanics, dynamics, DFM, and metrology.
• Proven root cause analysis leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Bring high energy, creativity, and ownership to thrive with minimal supervision.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $137,800 - $172,200 USD yearly for California candidates (based on experience). Rivian offers unbeatable perks:

• Comprehensive medical/Rx, dental, vision from day one for employee, spouse/partner, kids up to 26.
• Rivian covers most premiums.
• EV innovation exposure and career growth.
• Outdoor-loving culture protecting the planet.

Why Join Rivian?

Rivian isn't just building electric vehicles; we're redefining adventure. Our diverse team challenges norms, reframes problems, and innovates in unknown territories. As a Staff Mechanical Engineer, you'll contribute to sustainable transport, work with state-of-the-art tools, and collaborate with passionate engineers. Located in sunny Carson, CA, enjoy proximity to beaches and mountains while advancing EV motor technology. Rivian is an equal opportunity employer fostering curiosity and courage.

With a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, Rivian offers unparalleled opportunities in electric machine design careers. Don't miss this Staff Mechanical Engineer job at Rivian – positions like this fill fast!

How to Apply

Ready to power Rivian's next-gen EVs? Apply now for the Staff Mechanical Engineer, Electric Machine Design role in Carson, California. Submit your resume highlighting CATIA V6, GD&T, and electric motor design experience. Join us in building the future – adventure awaits!