Senior Body Structures Technical Lead - Auto Design

Rivian

Palo Alto, Irvine (CA, CA)

On-site

USD 176,200 - 233,530

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package
Paid vacation
401(k) Plan

Job summary

A leading electric vehicle manufacturer in California is seeking a Technical Specialist for Body Structures to lead engineering design and development for automotive body systems. The role requires 11-15+ years of experience in the automotive domain, overseeing multiple projects, and mentoring engineers. Responsibilities include guiding design reviews, ensuring best practices, and constructing technical roadmaps for effective product development. Emphasis is on collaboration and innovation to protect our adventurous spirit and commitment to sustainability.

Qualifications

  • 11-15+ years of experience in automotive design and development.
  • Experience leading multiple body developments from cradle to grave.
  • Deep understanding of body structures and related engineering principles.

Responsibilities

  • Mentor and teach engineers with guidance rooted in first principles.
  • Lead technical design reviews and ensure best practices.
  • Construct technical roadmap and define BIW architecture.

Skills

Automotive design
Body structures engineering
Systems approach to design
Design for manufacturability

Education

M.S. degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

A leading electric vehicle manufacturer in California is seeking a Technical Specialist for Body Structures to lead engineering design and development for automotive body systems. The role requires 11-15+ years of experience in the automotive domain, overseeing multiple projects, and mentoring engineers. Responsibilities include guiding design reviews, ensuring best practices, and constructing technical roadmaps for effective product development. Emphasis is on collaboration and innovation to protect our adventurous spirit and commitment to sustainability.
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