Rivian
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
As a Staff Dimensional Engineer at Rivian, you will own end-to-end dimensional quality for vehicle components and assemblies across the full product lifecycle, defining and executing dimensional control strategies to achieve fit, finish, and functional requirements across BIW, closures, and major assemblies. You will serve as the primary point of contact for dimensional quality, driving cross‑functional alignment with design, manufacturing, suppliers, and quality teams, while mentoring engineers and ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and timing commitments.
Responsibilities
Lead Dimensional performance of vehicle throughout the product life cycle
Lead Dimensional engineering PQ build objectives (Fit & Finish) of the final vehicle
Lead Internal and external dimensional KPI’s: G&F, PIST, BIW PIST, BIW Cp/Cpk,
3MIS, Pre‑delivery inspection (PDI), Customer quality index (CQI), Craftsmanship audit
Develop & manage the list of critical product and process characteristics and controlling their geometry in vehicle builds to produce quality assemblies
Develop & maintain the Dimensional Control plan for critical assemblies
Support parts and system validation processes for all body geometry and proactively lead variation reduction efforts for the body shop (goal of achieving Cp/Cpk > 1.33 for all critical features and sustaining those levels through product life cycle)
Review Supplier parts to ensure zero‑dimensional build issues
Own and maintain the current Geo fixtures, Cubes, Ring gauges & PCF
Lead Interior and exterior dimensional validation, using Cubes, Ring gauges & PCF’s
Recommending best gauging methods and performing data analysis to identify special and common cause problems
Lead cross functional teams through Root cause analysis of dimensional issues in the plant, launch support & interfacing with suppliers to recommend and evaluate corrective actions and drive process standardization through documenting of projects
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field, and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Hands‑on experience with fixture designs, checking aids and datum strategies
Excellent knowledge of GD&T
Manufacturing/assembly experience with a focus on one or more of the following areas: Automotive
Stamping, Body in White assemblies/subassemblies, Drivetrain castings/gears, Battery modules
Results driven with a Quality Mindset
Willingness to work in a strong cross‑functional and collaborative environment
Pay Disclosure
Salary Range for Illinois Based Applicants : $125,800-$157,200 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, 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 premium.
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 candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
Candidate Data Privacy Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
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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
As a Staff Dimensional Engineer at Rivian, you will own end-to-end dimensional quality for vehicle components and assemblies across the full product lifecycle, defining and executing dimensional control strategies to achieve fit, finish, and functional requirements across BIW, closures, and major assemblies. You will serve as the primary point of contact for dimensional quality, driving cross‑functional alignment with design, manufacturing, suppliers, and quality teams, while mentoring engineers and ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and timing commitments.
Responsibilities
Lead Dimensional performance of vehicle throughout the product life cycle
Lead Dimensional engineering PQ build objectives (Fit & Finish) of the final vehicle
Lead Internal and external dimensional KPI’s: G&F, PIST, BIW PIST, BIW Cp/Cpk,
3MIS, Pre‑delivery inspection (PDI), Customer quality index (CQI), Craftsmanship audit
Develop & manage the list of critical product and process characteristics and controlling their geometry in vehicle builds to produce quality assemblies
Develop & maintain the Dimensional Control plan for critical assemblies
Support parts and system validation processes for all body geometry and proactively lead variation reduction efforts for the body shop (goal of achieving Cp/Cpk > 1.33 for all critical features and sustaining those levels through product life cycle)
Review Supplier parts to ensure zero‑dimensional build issues
Own and maintain the current Geo fixtures, Cubes, Ring gauges & PCF
Lead Interior and exterior dimensional validation, using Cubes, Ring gauges & PCF’s
Recommending best gauging methods and performing data analysis to identify special and common cause problems
Lead cross functional teams through Root cause analysis of dimensional issues in the plant, launch support & interfacing with suppliers to recommend and evaluate corrective actions and drive process standardization through documenting of projects
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related discipline and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field, and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Hands‑on experience with fixture designs, checking aids and datum strategies
Excellent knowledge of GD&T
Manufacturing/assembly experience with a focus on one or more of the following areas: Automotive
Stamping, Body in White assemblies/subassemblies, Drivetrain castings/gears, Battery modules
Results driven with a Quality Mindset
Willingness to work in a strong cross‑functional and collaborative environment
Pay Disclosure
Salary Range for Illinois Based Applicants : $125,800-$157,200 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, 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 premium.
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 candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
Candidate Data Privacy Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
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