Staff Audio System Engineer

Job description

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 We are seeking a versatile Senior Audio System Engineer to lead the technical integration of our next-generation vehicle audio systems, with an edge towards physical acoustics, acoustical design and integration. At Rivian, you will be the primary authority on the electro-acoustic interface. You will own the performance of the "physical sound" chain—from the specification of 3rd-party transducers and microphones to the optimization of cabin acoustics. Coming from previous automotive experience or high-end audio background, you possess the technical rigor to manage global suppliers and the "systems thinking" required to integrate high-fidelity playback and high-clarity voice capture into a complex mobile environment. Responsibilities Acoustic SME (Output): Serve as the lead authority on transducer physics…