Exterior Trim Mechanical Design Engineer
Rivian · Irvine, CA · Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
About this role
Rivian is hiring a mid-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Irvine, CA. The posting calls out experience with Security, Frontend Development, Cloud Computing. Compensation is listed at $85,400–$94,900 per year.
- Role
- Hardware Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- Irvine, CA
- Department
- Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
- Posted
- May 19, 2026
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Job description
from Rivian careersAbout 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 This is an opportunity to have great impact and shape the physical design of Rivian’s electric vehicle systems. We’re looking for a highly motivated, multi-disciplined mechanical design release engineer to help us design and develop Exterior components on current and future Rivian Models. Responsibilities • Design, Develop, and release Exterior Components including, but not limited to Front and Rear Fascia Assemblies, Front End Modules (FEM), Painted and Mold in Color Exterior Trim components. • Use engineering fundamentals to expand your knowledge in various manufacturing processes such as injection molding, compression molding, 2-shot molding, over-molding etc. • Work with the studio team to provide feedback and generate high quality A-surfaces that meet all DFM…