Lead Electromagnetic Design Engineer for High-Performance E-Machines

Rivian Automotive; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian seeks an electromagnetic engineer to lead the design and analysis of high-performance electric machines. You will develop computational methods, validate via testing, and collaborate with Thermal, Mechanical, NVH, and Vehicle Integration teams to ensure reliability and cost targets.

The role emphasizes simulation-to-test alignment and optimization to accelerate design iterations for Rivian's e-motor program.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering with emphasis in electromagnetic design of e-machines and 5+ years of experience.
• Experience designing and analyzing high torque, high power density e-machines (IPM/PM/Induction).
• Strong skills in electromagnetic analysis tools and data analysis with MATLAB/Simulink.

Responsibilities

• Lead in-house electromagnetic design of e-machines for Rivian product development.
• Develop modeling tools and design processes to predict performance and reduce iterations.
• Create motor 3D models and drawings, and release to manufacturing.

Skills

EM design

EM analysis tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

JMAG

COMSOL

ANSYS Maxwell

Job description

Rivian seeks an electromagnetic engineer to lead the design and analysis of high-performance electric machines. You will develop computational methods, validate via testing, and collaborate with Thermal, Mechanical, NVH, and Vehicle Integration teams to ensure reliability and cost targets.

The role emphasizes simulation-to-test alignment and optimization to accelerate design iterations for Rivian's e-motor program.