Senior Power Electronics Mechanical Engineer – Inverter

Rivian Automotive; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus and equity awards

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Comprehensive insurance benefits

Job summary

Rivian Automotive seeks a Sr. Power Electronics Mechanical Engineer to drive the design and release of next-generation Inverter Modules in Carson, CA. You will own mechanical components, lead cross-functional teams, and collaborate with manufacturing to scale production.

The role requires extensive CATIA V5/V6 experience, ENOVIA PLM, and a strong background in die casting, sheet metal, and injection molding, with a focus on reliability and DFMEAs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum 4 years releasing Power Electronics assemblies.
• Experience interfacing with external suppliers.
• Knowledge of CATIA V5 or V6; ENOVIA PLM and 3DEXPERIENCE practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical development of Inverter Modules using CATIA V6/3DEXPERIENCE (DEVELOPMENT).
• Design and engineer components including die castings, injection-molded plastics, busbars, sheet metal, and harnesses.
• Manage the full release cycle of mechanical components using ENOVIA and ensure data integrity.
• Generate and maintain complex Top-Level Assembly BOMs with accurate component attributes.
• Drive weekly technical reviews with suppliers to close design items and ensure DFM alignment.
• Act as primary technical liaison for Supply Chain and Supplier Quality to maintain production schedules.
• Author CTS, SOWs for sourcing, and detailed assembly manuals.
• Collaborate on DFMEAs and DV test plans for long-term product reliability.

Skills

Power Electronics

Mechanical design

Supplier management

GD&T ASME Y14.5

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

3DEXPERIENCE

ENOVIA PLM

Job description

Rivian Automotive seeks a Sr. Power Electronics Mechanical Engineer to drive the design and release of next-generation Inverter Modules in Carson, CA. You will own mechanical components, lead cross-functional teams, and collaborate with manufacturing to scale production.

The role requires extensive CATIA V5/V6 experience, ENOVIA PLM, and a strong background in die casting, sheet metal, and injection molding, with a focus on reliability and DFMEAs.