Durability Development Engineer II

Job Description

The position involves supporting the durability verification and validation team in vehicle and component testing, along with road load data collection at Rivian.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, materials engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years of durability testing and data collection experience preferred
• Experience with vehicle instrumentation, data collection and processing
• Ability to conduct component and system testing adhering to test specifications
• Understanding of accelerated fatigue testing
• Experience with drive file development and MTS 329 rig testing preferred
• Experience with performing analysis with nCode or similar programs to perform loads calculations for body, chassis, propulsion, and suspension systems and components
• Experience with Parametric CAD, Catia preferred
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or other programming languages is a plus
• Proven track record of problem-solving and independent root cause analysis
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and manage competing priorities
• Passion for Rivian’s mission and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace
• Regular local travel up to testing suppliers and the proving grounds

Responsibilities

• Support durability testing and data collection
• Set up and operate component testing and vehicle rig testing
• Data analysis tasks to identify trends and anomalies
• Prepare test reports and presentations
• Manage multiple testing and data collection projects

Benefits

• Robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.