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
In this position you will support the durability verification and validation team in multi-axis road simulation rig vehicle testing along with road load data collection. You will collaborate with the other parts of the durability group along with chassis, dynamics, and program teams to confirm test setups are correct and to report any opportunities. This role will interface for the MBD team in ensuring correlation. Your experience in program management, fatigue, block cycle testing, data analysis, and 329 rig testing will ensure success. This position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to Rivian's mission by ensuring structurally durable vehicles for our customers. With your experience and proactive mindset, you'll play a vital role in ensuring an outstanding future for sustainable mobility.
Responsibilities
Execute durability testing and data collection.
Set up and operate 329 vehicle rig testing.
Prepare test reports and presentations.
Manage multiple testing and data collection projects.
Support CAE correlation.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, materials engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of road simulation 329 rig vehicle testing and drive file development.
Experience with MTS RPC Pro or MTS Connect software.
1+ years of durability data collection experience.
Understanding of accelerated fatigue testing.
Experience with nCode or similar analysis programs (e.g., FEMFAT, HyperWorks) to perform loads and fatigue life calculations for body, chassis, and suspension components is highly 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.
Ability to travel locally to testing suppliers and the proving grounds.
Minimum age of 21
No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License (within a 3-5 year period)
No drug or alcohol related driving incidents in the last 3 years
No more than 1 serious moving violation in the last 3 years
Must have a valid driver's license in the state of residence that you will be driving/operating a vehicle
Will be subject to continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring
Pay Disclosure
The salary range for this role is $111,000-138,700 for Michigan based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.
The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian's 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.
You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than March 27, 2026.
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,... For full info follow application link.
Equal Opportnity
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
[email protected].
