Wiring Harness Design Release Engineer II

Rivian; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian in Irvine, CA is seeking a versatile Electrical Distribution System (EDS) Design Release Engineer to own end-to-end wiring harness development and integration across the vehicle platform.

The role involves leading cradle-to-grave lifecycle of EDS components, collaborating with Body, Chassis, and Powertrain teams, and ensuring on-time delivery of prototypes and production parts. The position scales from entry-level to senior based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and release of vehicle wiring harnesses and related components.
• Manage the cradle-to-grave lifecycle of EDS components, including initial packaging, 2D/3D design, and manufacturing hand-off.
• Work very closely with cross-functional teams (Body, Chassis, Powertrain, etc.) to define electrical requirements and routing paths.
• Communicate performance test requirements to the supplier, track testing status, and review results.
• Ensure that both component and vehicle-level tests are completed before part warrant is issued.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and service engineering to resolve recurring production or maintenance challenges.
• Interface with suppliers to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and on-time delivery of prototypes and production parts

Job description

Rivian in Irvine, CA is seeking a versatile Electrical Distribution System (EDS) Design Release Engineer to own end-to-end wiring harness development and integration across the vehicle platform.

The role involves leading cradle-to-grave lifecycle of EDS components, collaborating with Body, Chassis, and Powertrain teams, and ensuring on-time delivery of prototypes and production parts. The position scales from entry-level to senior based on experience.