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Structural Safety Engineer (CAE) at Rivian in Irvine, CA
Entry LevelOn-siteFull-timeIrvine, CA
Job Description
The Structural Safety Engineer (CAE) supports the structural analysis and design efforts within the engineering team. This entry-level role provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with CAE tools and techniques while contributing to vehicle development projects. The individual in this role works under the guidance of more senior safety engineers and assists in completing analysis tasks that ensure the structural integrity and performance of vehicle components.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the execution of structural analysis tasks using CAE tools.
- Support the development of CAE models and simulations to evaluate structural components.
- Help analyze simulation results and provide recommendations for design improvements.
- Contribute to the creation of test plans and assist in the validation process of vehicle structures.
- Communicate analysis results to team members and contribute to discussions about structural design solutions.
Technical and Behavioral Expectations:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
- 2+ years experience in automotive safety or another relevant field
- Basic understanding of structural analysis principles and CAE software.
- Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills related to automotive structural analysis.
- Ability to follow guidance from senior engineers and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
- Strong collaboration skills and a willingness to engage with cross-functional teams.
- Expected to complete assigned tasks accurately and on time, contributing to the overall success of the team.
- Works under close guidance but is expected to contribute positively to the team and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
- Ability to travel to vehicle and component launch locations.