Sr. Series Engineer, Powertrain

About Rivian

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.

Role Summary

In this position, you will be the liaison between Driveline Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering for Driveline Production lines and the general assembly of our electric drive units. The job opening will be located at our Normal, Illinois facility and report directly to the Sr. Manager, Driveline Series Engineering.

Responsibilities
Maintain Product Integrity
Multidisciplinary Team Cooperation and Coordination
Team Leadership
High Level Decision Making
BOM Creation
DVP Definition
Stack-Up Analysis
Risk evaluation for engineering changes/deviations
Support new program/engineering changes/launch
Plant support
Implement engineering changes proposed by suppliers
Support Manufacturing Process Changes
Point of contact between corporate PE and plant
Point of contact for suppliers (design related discussions)
VAVE support
Print/BOM release

Qualifications
Mechanical Engineer/Mechatronic Engineer/Electrical Engineer with automotive experience
Minimum of 3 - 5 years' experience in automotive/aeronautic/mechanical design
Multidisciplinary team leadership
Process knowledge, DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R development, APQP
Working level understanding of GD&T, Root Cause Analysis, Statistics/Data Analysis, VAVE
Proactive
Project Planning
Develop, Design, Validate and Release design changes applicable to components/systems (BOM responsible)
CAD proficient
Verbal and written communication / negotiation skills (Product to Plant/Suppliers to Product)

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range Illinois-Based Applicants: $98,500-$123,100 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment.

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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