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Rivian

Staff Supplier Reliability Engineer - Thermals

Rivian, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306


About Rivian

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.

Role Summary

Reliability is at the core of Electric Adventure Vehicles. As a Supplier Reliability Engineer, you will play a key role in designing Rivian's products with reliability in mind.

Responsibilities

Set and communicate reliability requirements, targets, and test plans for thermal components, subsystems, and assemblies.Use fleet data, performance characterizations, and industry standards to define lifetime test requirements.Facilitate DFMEA sessions for assigned parts with suppliers and internally.Influence supplier selection for higher reliability and provide clear guidance on reliability requirements and demonstration to suppliers.Lead root cause investigation with physics of failure methodology for reliability test failures.Deploy ongoing reliability testing and burn-in testing strategies.

Qualifications

Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Master's degree preferred).3-5 years of industry experience in a reliability engineering role or design engineering role.2+ years of automotive experience.Domain knowledge of methods to design-in and sustain reliability for some of the following:HVAC & thermal components (Heat Pump, Valves, Accumulator, HVAC Module, Hoses, etc).Experience deploying reliability testing guidelines to suppliers and facilitating DFMEAs internally and externally.

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range Irvine-Based Applicants:

$171,000 - $213,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, and other factors permitted by law).Salary Range Palo Alto-Based Applicants:

$186,000 - $232,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits SummaryRivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

Equal OpportunityRivian 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 to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.

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