Dimensional Engineer

About Rivian

Rivianis 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.

The Dimensional Engineer is responsible for ensuring that vehicle components and assemblies meet dimensional quality targets throughout the product lifecycle. In this position you will lead dimensional control strategies to achieve fit, finish, and functional requirements across BIW, closures, and other major assemblies.

• Improve Dimensional performance of vehicles throughout the product life cycle
• Dimensional engineering PQ build objectives (Fit & Finish) of the final vehicle
• Internal and external dimensional KPI’s. G&F PIST, BIW PIST, BIW Cp/Cpk, 3
  
  MIS, Pre-delivery inspection (PDI), Customer quality index (CQI), Craftsmanship audit
• 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)
• Support Interior and exterior dimensional validation, using Cubes, Ring gauges & PCF’s
• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or other related technical field and a minimum of 2 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

Salary Range for Illinois Based Applicants: $78,200 - $97,700 (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.

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.

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