DFM Engineer - Rivian and VW Group Technology

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world.  

The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone.

• Provide guidance to cross functional teams to ensure Design for Excellence pronciples are integrated into all stages of the design and development process.
• Drive Design for Excellence and be the resident expert in this area.
• Drive continuos improvement in DFx methodologies, ensuring the latest best practices, tools and technologies are leveraged.
• Establish PCBAs & Electronic Control Units manufacturability and assembly specifications towards feasibility and scalability.
• Work with main stake holders in the completion of DFM, DFT and DFA optimizing designs for volume manufacturing of PCBAs and Control Units
• Proactively Identify high risk areas in production and engineering design cycle.
• Responsible to review BOMs,PCB panels, PCB stack up, with internal stake holders and contract manufacturers.
• Identify, root cause and track issues and work with Design Engineers on necessary design changes through the production and vehicle launch process.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability.

• 10+ years experience on PCBA Manufacturing Process
• 10+ years experience in electronics manufacturing focused in solving challenging issues through methodical problem solving technicques..
• 10+ years experience evaluating electronic components, packages and solder interconnects for low and high voltage applications.
• Strong knowledge on PCBA materials properties and solder joint metallurgy.
• Experience with CAD tools, PCBA/FPC layout review and design optimization.
• Experience in the Failure Analysis of Electronic Modules.
• Forward Thinking – Providing inputs on new or alternative and improved manufacturing test methods
• Ability to lead and sustain supplier manufacturing test process to the higher standards.
• Ability to travel as needed to CM locations.
• Ability to work and communicate with cross functional teams.
• Strong team player, drive to exceed expectations and meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and create clarity, oversee multiple projects and make them better.
• Experience working at CM (Contract Manufacturer) for high production rate of PCBAs.

• Salary Range for Southern California Based Applicants: $159,200 - $199,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)
• Salary Range for Northern California Based Applicants: $173,000 - $216,300 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)
• Benefits Summary: Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26

Equal Opportunity

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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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Rivian and VW Group Technologies (“Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies”) 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 and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 and Volkswagen Group Technologies 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 and Volkswagen Group Technologies affiliates; and (iii) Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies’ service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services. 

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, 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. 

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