Prototyping Manufacturing Engineer

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. 

As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. 

The Prototype Manufacturing Engineer role will be responsible for design optimization and manufacturability of all Prototype Requests at Rivian. They will collaborate daily with manufacturing engineers to thoroughly understand the end use application of their designs, suggest the appropriate material/ technology for their application, and be closely involved with the implementation and success of the finished product. This role will require a process driven mindset to ensure our prototyping lab meets Rivian’s high standards of quality.
This is an engineering position, ideal for individuals who enjoy working with their hands, problem solving, and contributing to advanced manufacturing prototype processes.

• Daily use of CAD software to optimize prototype design manufacturability, and design their own solutions to complex problems.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of Prototype Manufacturing Technologies and their use cases: Additive Manufacturing, CNC Machining, Fabrication, Laser Cutting, and Stamping Dies.
• Review all new incoming prototype requests. Ensuring that blueprints and models are suitable and have all the necessary information for the shop to begin work.
• Serve as the main liaison between engineering teams and machine operators. Finding answers to design issues with prompt communication and design reviews.
• Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve manufacturability issues. Take these lessons to then contribute to process improvements.
• Responsible for prototype stamping die designs, sheet metal design, welding blueprint callouts, and designing for additive manufacturing/ CNC machining.
• Occasional use of 3D scanning equipment and software.
• Utilize their continuous improvement mindset to create new processes that increase shop floor productivity.

• Bachelor or Associate degree preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with tools and complete hands on tasks.
• A strong interest in learning and working with prototype manufacturing technologies.
• Advanced CAD skills. Catia V6 experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with CAE/FEA software to simulate a design’s structural performance when under loads.
• 3D Scanning Software experience is a plus.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high quality work.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or a lab environment is preferred. (CNC Machining, Fabrication, Sheet Metal, and Additive Manufacturing.
• Excellent communication skills

The salary range for this role is $78,200 - $97,700 for Michigan based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.

The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards. 

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at  rivianbenefits.com . 

You can apply for this role through  careers.rivian.com (or through  internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). There is no fixed deadline for this application; applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the role is filled or the opening is no longer needed.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at  View email address on ev.careers .

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Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. 

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