Thermal Engineer

1 day ago


Palo Alto, California, United States Rivian Full time
About Rivian

Rivian is a pioneering company that's revolutionizing the automotive industry with its innovative, emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. We're a team of curious and courageous individuals who share a passion for the outdoors and a commitment to protecting it for future generations.

Job Summary

We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Staff Thermal Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our engineering team, you'll be responsible for designing, simulating, and validating the thermal performance of microelectronic devices and systems. Your expertise will help us create cutting-edge vehicles that not only perform exceptionally well but also minimize their environmental impact.

Responsibilities
  • Architect and design thermal systems for microelectronic devices and systems
  • Model thermal systems for thermal response simulations
  • Perform transient and steady-state thermal response simulations
  • Measure thermal performance with varying power user cases
  • Define and characterize thermally enhanced materials and processing for hardware components and systems
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; Master's or PhD degree preferred
  • 12+ years of hands-on experience in thermal analysis and thermal measurement
  • Fundamental understanding of thermal conduction, convection, and radiation
  • Experience with Python, MATLAB, or C++ coding
  • Experience with Ansys Icepak, Flotherm, or equivalent
  • Working knowledge of Cadence Allegro, Redhawks SCET, CAD tools, and Ansys mechanical simulation tools
  • Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Benefits

Rivian offers a comprehensive benefits package, including robust medical/Rx, dental, and vision insurance packages for full-time employees and their families. We also provide a competitive salary range and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment.



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