Battery Design Engineer II

Rivian; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dedicated engineer to design and manage battery components for electric vehicles. This role involves leading CAD development, ensuring product integrity through rigorous testing, and collaborating with suppliers to meet design specifications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in thermodynamics, battery systems, and CAD software. Join a forward-thinking team that values creativity and sustainability, and contribute to the future of electric adventure vehicles. If you are passionate about engineering and the environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of experience in battery component design.
• Strong background in thermodynamics and energy conversion.

Responsibilities

• Lead CAD development for battery pack components.
• Manage PLM Battery System and component data.

Skills

CAD Design

Battery System Architecture

Thermodynamics

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Enovia

JIRA

CATIA V6

MS Office

Job description

About Rivian

Rivianis 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

Engineer responsible for design, release, and product management of battery components

Responsibilities

• Support ESS Integration Engineering Team for development of all Rivian cylindrical cell battery pack components
• Lead CAD development for battery pack components
• Manage PLM Battery System and component attribute data in Enovia, including tracking mass roll-ups.
• Support CAD design reviews as necessary
• Ensure drafting, tolerance stack analysis, and GD&T are completed for Battery components.
• Manage supplier through product development to ensure parts meet fit, form, and function for applications
• Support BOM management activities based on variant and date/ milestone effectivity
• Support component interface analysis, DVA, clash checks
• Support ongoing product development efforts for cost reduction and design improvements

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years industry experience with Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree.
• Experience work with vehicles and/or batteries
• Familiarity with lithium ion cell chemistries and form factors.
• Design experience for injection molding, forming/stamping, casting, extrusion, and composite layup.
• Understanding of battery system architectures
• Strong fluids and thermodynamics background with working knowledge of energy conversion and heat transfer.
• Experience with automotive powertrain requirements, load cases, and standards.
• Experience with release engineering including CAD design, GD&T, and PLM interface.
• Strong oral and written communication for supplier engagement, program timing, and project management.
• Experience with automotive DVP&R cycle, requirements management, and issue tracking – JIRA, JAMA, IQ-RM
CATIA V6 (3Dx) and Enovia proficiency
MS Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project) proficiency

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range for California Based Candidates: $85,600.00 - $107,000.00 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary:Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee 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.

Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us [e-mail].

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