Product Design Engineer - Charging Products

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. We build emissions‑free Electric Adventure Vehicles and seek curious, courageous souls. As a company we constantly challenge what’s possible, reframing old problems and seeking new solutions, while embracing a diverse team that loves the outdoors and protects it for future generations. Role Summary Rivian is seeking a motivated mechanical product design engineer to join our Charging Products team. In this role, you'll take on meaningful ownership of design deliverables across active charging hardware programs, working closely with senior engineers to execute complex mechanical designs, support certification and validation efforts, and drive supplier deliverables to completion. This is a hands‑on role where you will own your portion of the design, coordinate directly with contract manufacturers and suppliers, and be expected to keep your work moving independently. Responsibilities Work in a fast‑paced, agile environment contributing to the full development lifecycle of EV charging hardware—from detailed design through design validation and production launch. Develop CAD models, create drawings, and issue engineering releases for assigned components and subassemblies of consumer and network charging products. Perform and document tolerance analyses, DFM reviews, and GD&T on new and revised components in coordination with contract manufacturers. Support FEA and structural analyses (wind load, mounting, fatigue) to de‑risk design decisions ahead of tooling release. Coordinate lab builds, prototype hardware inspection, and first‑article reviews as hardware comes in from suppliers. Track open engineering issues in sprint tools and Jira, maintaining up‑to‑date status on assigned workstreams across active programs. Prepare engineering documentation at key program milestones. Support UL and regulatory compliance activities under senior engineers— including test preparation, documentation, and tracking of open certification issues. Collaborate with: Staff Product and Mechanical Design Engineers to execute design changes and support program deliverables across the portfolio. Contract manufacturers and suppliers (injection molders, tooling houses, electrical/mechanical assembly partners) to close open DFM comments and review first‑article parts. Compliance and Systems Engineering to integrate UL and regulatory requirements into mechanical designs. Technical Program Managers to provide accurate schedule inputs and flag risks before they become issues. Industrial Design to ensure design intent is faithfully realized in production‑intent geometry and materials. Report on and Escalate: Design issues requiring senior engineering input or cross‑functional alignment—presented with clear context and proposed options where possible. Supplier deliverable delays, particularly where tooling or first‑article timing affects key program milestones. Weekly progress against assigned sprint tasks, with honest estimates of remaining work. Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a closely related field. 3–6 years of experience in consumer or industrial hardware product development, with a demonstrated track record of owning and delivering mechanical designs from concept through production. Proficiency in 3D CAD (CATIA V6 / ENOVIA strongly preferred) and 2D drawing creation including GD&T. Working knowledge of injection molding, sheet metal, and electromechanical assembly processes; exposure to die casting and potting a plus. Experience supporting or coordinating design validation and certification testing (UL, ETL, or similar) is a meaningful advantage. Familiarity with Jira or similar sprint‑based engineering tracking tools is a plus. Ability to manage your own workload and deliverables in a fast‑moving program environment— with the presence of mind to escape when blocked. Pay Disclosure The salary range for this role is $85,600 – $107,000 for California based applicants. The salary will be determined based on a range of factors including competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, geography, shift, and organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual performance bonus and equity awards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time and part‑time employees, their spouses or domestic partners, and children up to age 26. Benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits such as life, medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability insurance. Eligible employees may also participate in our 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Full‑time coverage starts on the first day of employment; part‑time coverage starts the first of the month following 90 days. For more information, visit 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 that requires accommodations, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rivian