Multibody Dynamics Engineer II, Durability

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. 

Are you a Multibody Dynamics Engineer with a passion for problem-solving and a drive to innovate? Join our Durability Loads team and play a pivotal role in engineering the next generation of adventurous and resilient vehicles. You'll be instrumental in generating comprehensive vehicle loads, utilizing advanced
suspension and full-vehicle simulation methods. Your expertise will directly impact the robustness of our designs by providing critical load data to stakeholder teams.
We're looking for a highly motivated individual with a can-do attitude, exceptional problem- solving abilities, and strong organizational and time management skills. If you're ready to collaborate with an industry-leading team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of vehicle durability, we want to hear from you.

• Develop and Optimize Models: Build, manage, and leverage high-fidelity multibody dynamics (MBD) models for suspension, EV powertrain and full-vehicle systems.
• Validate and Refine Simulations: Assist in validating and refining MBD models for accurate vehicle dynamics behavior, correlating them with K&C test data.
• Support Data Correlation: Contribute to the correlation process between full-vehicle virtual MBD and physical RLDA test data for durability surfaces, guided by senior engineers.
• Collaborate on Testing: Work with the vehicle durability testing team to ensure appropriate instrumentation for RLDA correlation and assist in reviewing test data.
• Drive Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with chassis and vehicle dynamics teams to ensure a coordinated approach to model building and accurate load generation.
• Generate Durability Loads: Assist in generating comprehensive durability loads throughout the vehicle at individual joints using MBD simulations.
• Communicate Insights: Create clear and informative reports to effectively communicate simulation results to stakeholder teams.
• Foster Product Development: Collaborate with other functional groups (e.g., chassis & body design, vehicle dynamics, packaging, architecture) to ensure synchronized product development and validation.
• Document & Innovate: Create and maintain simulation methods documentation to enhance team knowledge and efficiency.
• Grow Your Expertise: Participate in training sessions and workshops to continuously enhance your technical skills and understanding of MBD simulation techniques and durability, actively seeking guidance from senior team members.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or equivalent) with at least 1 year of experience in automotive product development.
• Strong understanding of automotive system fundamentals.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Experience with MSC ADAMS/Car (preferred).
• Proficiency in Python, C/C++ & MATLAB scripting (preferred).
• Preferred: 
  • FSAE/Baja SAE experience.
  • Experience generating flex bodies using CAE tools.
  • Experience with Simpack, Carmaker & nCode .
  • Working knowledge of FEA Analysis toolsets (e.g., ABAQUS, Nastran, Optistruct, LSDyna).
  • Experience with Atlassian tools (e.g., JAMA, JIRA).

The salary range for this role is $96,700 - $120,900 for California 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. 

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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