Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer, Infotainment

Role Summary If you are aligned with this mission, we want you to join our team. We’re looking for a highly motivated, experienced, multi-disciplined, mechanical engineer to challenge what is possible in the development of our Infotainment hardware components. Help Rivian lead the way in the future of the EV industry and develop the Infotainment hardware to be the best in class. The infotainment system includes Displays, Microphones, Speakers, Amplifier modules etc. Responsibilities Lead the mechanical development of our infotainment modules as part of our electrical hardware team Partner with domain teams and mechanical architecture team to define mechanical component requirements and complete trade studies to optimize integration for ergonomics, manufacturing, and design Work with cross functional teams to evaluate change impacts and development needs Work with Internal teams and External vendors to Design and Integrate modules into the vehicle Develop and document component mechanical functional requirements based on product requirements for custom, semi-custom, and off-the-shelf components Guide thermal and structural FEA studies to optimize design of components within our vehicles Use first principles to identify and solve issues through critical thinking and scientific engineering methodologies Consider all aspects of integration such as UI/UX, EMC, service, manufacturing build feasibility, thermal, durability, mounting, ensuring correct clearances, NVH, water/dust ingress, component functionality, perceived quality, etc. Complete component design verification plans to ensure we deliver low mass, low cost, yet durable parts and modules to the vehicle program. Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the position Qualifications At least 4-7 years industry experience within automotive or other industries (Consumer electronics, Audio industry, Display industry, Biomedical, Aerospace, etc.) B.S degree (or above), in mechanical engineering, or relevant equivalent experience. Experience designing components and/or systems that include but not limited to Speakers, Microphones, Amplifiers, Displays, Brackets etc Experience working with user interface/user experience (UI/UX) considerations, Class A surface integration and Packaging Experience working with cross functional teams to innovate and drive new ideas and solutions into products Experience working with suppliers/vendors from Prototype, Engineering validation, Design Validation and Process validation Be a proficient CAD designer, ideally within Catia V5 / V6 / 3DX, though other equivalent systems will be considered. Advanced surfacing and solid modelling expertise is preferred, along with strong CAD structure/organizational skills Experience problem solving Electrical architecture challenges, Solving grounding issues, Ingress protection challenges, Structural stiffness challenges, Thermal mitigation strategies, Acoustic sealing, Structural and Optical bonding, BSR issues, and EMC issues Great Root-cause analysis & problem solving and communication skills Lead component drawing creation including GD&T to ASME Y14.5 standards in support of applicable tolerance analyses. Ability to identify optimization opportunities from CAE/testing results. Knowledge of manufacturing methods such as sheet metal stamping, injection molded plastic, cast metals, CNC machining, 3D printing etc. Experience in EV vehicle systems, automotive design and manufacturing practices, and low-voltage electrical system integration. Direct experience is preferred. Workable knowledge with DFMEA principles and execution. Pay Disclosure The salary range for this role is $107,000-$135,000 for Irvine, CA-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 an 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.