Staff Supplier Reliability Engineer - Thermals

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 & Thermals 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 Summary : Rivian 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 Opportunity Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

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