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    Interior Trim Developer - Seats

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    Job Description

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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. 

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    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 role, you will be a member of the development team of the seats for the most adventurous vehicles on the planet. 


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    • Collaborating with the program engineering team to physically develop innovative and rock solid solutions for the trim covers, foams, and complete seats that embody the Rivian brand experience.
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    • Supporting the development and improvement of production processes for trim cover manufacturing and seat complete assemblies in a fast paced, flexible team.
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    • Developing and implementing the latest technologies in materials, processes, and design execution.
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    • Utilizing CAD/CAE, design concept, and scanning toolsets to define and optimize physical prototypes and production product designs.
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    • Developing efficient and innovative prototype processes to quickly represent significant production intent parts.
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    • Working with the Design Studio to develop seats that achieve the desired styling theme.
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    • Supporting the development of best practices for design and release engineering.
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    • Actively driving problem solving activities relative to aesthetic seating components.
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    • Oversee and finalize of all trim patterns for production encompassing BOM, drawings, sew sequence, 
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    • Operate sewing and cutting machines to validate trim design proposals/validations.
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    • Build development seats based on trim design proposals for validation prior to release.
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    • Digitize patterns when applicable.
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    • Teardown and build seats as required.
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    • Perform overlay of pattern design levels to support and cost walks/design change from internal designs or suppliers. 
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    • Modify foam pad to support trim appearance requirement.
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    • Expert experience with trim pattern development through all project phases (unwrapping/quoting to production release), complete seat final assembly, and rapid prototyping technologies are a must
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    • Expert experience in Lectra’s software Design Concept or similar software.
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    • Knowledge of sewing assembly
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    • Knowledge and experience in production required pattern design such as notch alignment, cut seams, seam width, ease of sewing etc..
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    • Trim pattern CAD design & manufacturing process experience are a must.
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    • Eagerness to work cross-functionally with program engineering, design studio, quality, and manufacturing in a dynamic environment where you are part of a team
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    • Strong understanding of the first-principle physics & requirements of seat systems
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    • The desire and curiosity to strive for continuous product, process, and personal improvement
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    • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
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    • High level understanding of trim materials qualities, (nap/stretch direction) and ability to provide recommendations based on component level design.
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    Pay Disclosure

    Salary Range for California-Based Applicants: $96,000 - $111,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, and other factors permitted by law).

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    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




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    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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    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 candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.

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    Interior Trim Developer - Seats

    Rivian

    Rivian

    Software Engineering
    Irvine, CA, USA
    Posted 6+ months ago

    Interior Trim Developer - Seats

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    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

    In this role, you will be a member of the development team of the seats for the most adventurous vehicles on the planet. 


    Responsibilities

    • Collaborating with the program engineering team to physically develop innovative and rock solid solutions for the trim covers, foams, and complete seats that embody the Rivian brand experience.
    • Supporting the development and improvement of production processes for trim cover manufacturing and seat complete assemblies in a fast paced, flexible team.
    • Developing and implementing the latest technologies in materials, processes, and design execution.
    • Utilizing CAD/CAE, design concept, and scanning toolsets to define and optimize physical prototypes and production product designs.
    • Developing efficient and innovative prototype processes to quickly represent significant production intent parts.
    • Working with the Design Studio to develop seats that achieve the desired styling theme.
    • Supporting the development of best practices for design and release engineering.
    • Actively driving problem solving activities relative to aesthetic seating components.
    • Oversee and finalize of all trim patterns for production encompassing BOM, drawings, sew sequence, 
    • Operate sewing and cutting machines to validate trim design proposals/validations.
    • Build development seats based on trim design proposals for validation prior to release.
    • Digitize patterns when applicable.
    • Teardown and build seats as required.
    • Perform overlay of pattern design levels to support and cost walks/design change from internal designs or suppliers. 
    • Modify foam pad to support trim appearance requirement.

    Qualifications

    • Expert experience with trim pattern development through all project phases (unwrapping/quoting to production release), complete seat final assembly, and rapid prototyping technologies are a must
    • Expert experience in Lectra’s software Design Concept or similar software.
    • Knowledge of sewing assembly
    • Knowledge and experience in production required pattern design such as notch alignment, cut seams, seam width, ease of sewing etc..
    • Trim pattern CAD design & manufacturing process experience are a must.
    • Eagerness to work cross-functionally with program engineering, design studio, quality, and manufacturing in a dynamic environment where you are part of a team
    • Strong understanding of the first-principle physics & requirements of seat systems
    • The desire and curiosity to strive for continuous product, process, and personal improvement
    • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
    • High level understanding of trim materials qualities, (nap/stretch direction) and ability to provide recommendations based on component level design.

    Pay Disclosure

    Salary Range for California-Based Applicants: $96,000 - $111,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, 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




    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, 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 candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.

    Candidate Data Privacy

    Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. 

     

    Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. 

     

    Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.  

     

    Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.

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