Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies

Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

Posted on: 
2025-08-21

The Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer will focus on electronics packaging design for Rivian's automotive components, ensuring manufacturability and performance within the vehicle's design constraints.

Responsibilities

  • Design and release electronics packaging for internally developed components.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to define packaging space requirements.
  • Create enclosures and mechanical assemblies for Infotainment and body control systems.
  • Ensure designs meet automotive requirements, including manufacturability and mechanical acceptance.
  • Manage production by optimizing designs for high volume manufacturing.
  • Conduct mechanical validation, including CAE analysis for thermal and vibration durability.
  • Integrate designs within the vehicle to ensure mechanical performance.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience in die-casting, sheet metal stamping, and injection molded plastics.
  • Proficiency in CAD tools, preferably Catia V5 or V6.
  • Knowledge of mechanical constraints and collaboration with Electrical Engineers.
  • Experience in thermal and mechanical simulations, Ansys preferred.
  • Familiarity with GD&T and high volume production processes.
  • Expertise in tooling design and mechanical shock and vibration considerations.
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