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Lead CAE Model Build Engineer

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location_on6501, Irvine Center Drive, Irvine Spectrum, Irvine, Orange County, California, 92618, United States

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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.

Work location

Work model: On-site

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6501, Irvine Center Drive, Irvine Spectrum, Irvine, Orange County, California, 92618, United States

Irvine, California

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleManage resource planning for external vendors and internal teams to meet delivery targets
  • check_circleServe as the single source of truth for model versioning and configuration management
  • check_circleResolve geometry conflicts and connection issues with Design Engineers prior to mesh generation
  • check_circleOversee the master assembly of full-vehicle FEA models within ANSA using Include management and Task Manager workflows

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Skills, education and keywords

Skills: LS-Dyna, Optistruct, Abaqus, Python, PDM, Teamcenter, Enovia, Ai, ML.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering required; Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering preferred.

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What does a Lead CAE Model Build Engineer at Rivian do?expand_more
In this Lead CAE Model Build Engineer at Rivian role, you will manage resource planning for external vendors and internal teams to meet delivery targets; serve as the single source of truth for model versioning and configuration management; resolve geometry conflicts and connection issues with design engineers prior to mesh generation; and oversee the master assembly of full-vehicle fea models within ansa using include management and task manager workflows.
What are the requirements for this Lead CAE Model Build Engineer role?expand_more
Rivian is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering; 12+ years of dedicated CAE Model Build experience in automotive OEM or Tier 1; Expert-level proficiency in ANSA; Deep understanding of LS-DYNA, Optistruct, and Abaqus; Experience with PDM systems (Enovia, Teamcenter); and Proficient in Python for CAE automation.
Where is the Lead CAE Model Build Engineer role at Rivian located?expand_more
Lead CAE Model Build Engineer at Rivian is based in 6501, Irvine Center Drive, Irvine Spectrum, Irvine, Orange County, California, 92618, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Manage occupant and structural safety model assembly ensuring correct contact definitions and material mapping
  • check_circleLead the creation of trimmed body models for NVH analysis defining mass distribution and connection stiffness
  • check_circleConstruct implicit and explicit models for durability analysis focusing on fatigue and strength
  • check_circleDevelop and maintain Python scripts for ANSA to automate repetitive modeling tasks
  • check_circleDesign model databases to be AI-Ready by standardizing metadata and topology for predictive modeling
  • check_circleCreate common connection master files to allow rapid switching between discipline-specific representations
  • check_circleLead inter-team communication to gather geometry, BOM, and fastener data from multiple engineering teams
  • check_circleDefine and track CAE model build timelines to align with vehicle program milestones
  • Requirements

    • verifiedBachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering
    • verified12+ years of dedicated CAE Model Build experience in automotive OEM or Tier 1
    • verifiedExpert-level proficiency in ANSA
    • verifiedDeep understanding of LS-DYNA, Optistruct, and Abaqus
    • verifiedExperience with PDM systems (Enovia, Teamcenter)
    • verifiedProficient in Python for CAE automation

    Nice to Have

    Proficiency in Python for CAE automation. Excellent cross-department communication skills. Experience implementing AI/ML workflows in engineering, specifically data cleaning for training sets.

    Benefits & Perks

    check_circlePaid vacation and paid sick leavecheck_circleLife, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurancecheck_circle401(k) Plan participationcheck_circleEmployee Stock Purchase Programcheck_circleAnnual performance bonus eligibilitycheck_circleEquity awards eligibility
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    Rivian

    Industry

    Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

    Headquarters

    Irvine, California

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    Keep the world adventurous forever.

    Rivian operates within the motor vehicle manufacturing industry, with its headquarters located in Irvine, California. The company focuses on developing electric vehicles and related technology, aiming to create a positive environmental impact through innovation. Its mission involves challenging conventional approaches to automotive design and engineering by seeking new solutions to established problems. The organization emphasizes a culture that embraces uncertainty and encourages bold thinking to redefine the transportation landscape. The workforce at Rivian consists of individuals who share a passion for the outdoors and a commitment to preserving natural environments for future generations. This shared value drives the team to approach challenges with optimism and grit. The company seeks to attract adventurous professionals willing to tackle difficult tasks and contribute to a sustainable future. By fostering a diverse team dedicated to making a difference, Rivian positions itself as an entity that prioritizes environmental stewardship alongside technological advancement in the electric vehicle sector.
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    Experience

    12+ yrs (Lead)

    Education

    Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering required

    Job Type

    Full-Time

    Skills Required

    LS-DynaOptistructAbaqusPythonPDMTeamcenter
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    Is this Lead CAE Model Build Engineer job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
    Rivian has listed this Lead CAE Model Build Engineer role as on-site.
    How much experience is required for this Lead CAE Model Build Engineer role?expand_more
    Lead CAE Model Build Engineer at Rivian typically requires 12+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.
    What skills do you need for the Lead CAE Model Build Engineer role at Rivian?expand_more
    Key skills for Lead CAE Model Build Engineer at Rivian include LS-Dyna; Optistruct; Abaqus; Python; PDM; Teamcenter; Enovia; and Ai.
    What education is required for Lead CAE Model Build Engineer at Rivian?expand_more
    Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering required; and Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering preferred.
    What category does the Lead CAE Model Build Engineer role belong to?expand_more
    Lead CAE Model Build Engineer at Rivian is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.

    About Rivian

    Rivian operates within the motor vehicle manufacturing industry, with its headquarters located in Irvine, California. The company focuses on developing electric vehicles and related technology, aiming to create a positive environmental impact through innovation. Its mission involves challenging conventional approaches to automotive design and engineering by seeking new solutions to established problems. The organization emphasizes a culture that embraces uncertainty and encourages bold thinking to redefine the transportation landscape.

    The workforce at Rivian consists of individuals who share a passion for the outdoors and a commitment to preserving natural environments for future generations. This shared value drives the team to approach challenges with optimism and grit. The company seeks to attract adventurous professionals willing to tackle difficult tasks and contribute to a sustainable future. By fostering a diverse team dedicated to making a difference, Rivian positions itself as an entity that prioritizes environmental stewardship alongside technological advancement in the electric vehicle sector.

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