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

At Rivian, we are redefining the future of transportation with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. We are seeking a Staff Industrial Designer to join our Future Programs Team, focusing on alternative forms of transportation that align with our vision for a greener planet. This role requires a forward-thinking design professional who thrives in a creative environment and is passionate about developing compelling, user-centric designs that push the boundaries of automotive and beyond.

Responsibilities

Lead the ideation and industrial design of innovative alternative transportation solutions, ensuring alignment with Rivian's brand ethos.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including UI/UX, brand, engineering, and product management, to create a cohesive design approach for Future Programs.
Conduct user research and market analysis to inform design decisions and identify emerging trends in alternative transportation.
Develop and present design concepts through sketches, renderings, digital models, and prototypes, clearly communicating the vision to stakeholders.
Contribute to the design language and identity of Rivian’s future product lines, ensuring consistency across all embodiments.
Stay abreast of industry advancements, competitors, and alternative transportation technologies to inspire and inform design direction.
Participate in design reviews, presenting work to leadership and integrating feedback into iterative design processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Transportation Design, or a related field.
A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in industrial design, preferably within the transportation industry.
Proven experience in designing for alternative forms of transportation, with a strong portfolio showcasing innovative concepts and execution.
Proficiency in design software (e.g., SolidWorks, Blender, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite) and experience in physical prototyping and materials.
Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and experience conducting user research.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively.
A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-disciplinary team environment.
Passion for sustainable design and emerging technologies that contribute to the future of transportation.

Pay Disclosure

Salary range for California Based Applicants: $167,400-$,209,300 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, 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 premiums.

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.

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