About Us:
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:
The Product Launch Engineer will play a critical role in bringing Rivian's cutting-edge electronic components from design to high-volume production. This individual will be a key interface between our internal design teams, contract manufacturers (CMs), and equipment suppliers, ensuring that our PCBAs and other electrical assemblies are manufactured on time, at high yield, reliable, and cost effective. This role will establish a regional presence focused on supplier engagement and industrialization efforts, based in Mexico.
El/la ingeniero/a de lanzamiento de productos desempeñará un papel fundamental en la transición de los componentes electrónicos de vanguardia de Rivian desde la fase de diseño hasta la producción de gran volumen. Esta persona actuará como enlace clave entre nuestros equipos de diseño internos, los fabricantes por contrato (CM, por sus siglas en inglés) y los proveedores de equipos, asegurándose de que nuestros PCBA y otros conjuntos eléctricos se fabriquen a tiempo, con un alto rendimiento y de forma rentable y confiable. Este puesto estará ubicado en México y permitirá establecer una presencia regional centrada en la colaboración con los proveedores y en iniciativas de industrialización.
Responsibilities:
- Supplier & Contract Manufacturer Engagement:
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Act as the primary technical liaison with contract manufacturers and key suppliers for electronics components, particularly in Mexico.
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Work hands-on with CMs and suppliers to understand their manufacturing processes, identify constraints, and drive continuous improvement.
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Lead technical discussions, root cause analysis, and corrective actions related to manufacturing issues, yield, and quality.
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Ensure CM production capacity meets Rivian requirements.
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Define and implement robust methodologies for workmanship, maintenance, and data retention (traceability) requirements with CMs, ensuring compliance and quality.
Manufacturing Process Optimization:
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Drive yield improvement initiatives and implement process controls at CMs and suppliers.
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Evaluate and approve manufacturing processes, fixtures, and tooling.
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Ensure robust process validation and production readiness for new product introductions (NPIs).
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Implement data-driven approaches to identify and resolve manufacturing bottlenecks and quality issues.
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Drive process optimizations and efficiency improvements through automation.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
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Work seamlessly with Supply Chain, Quality, and Program Management teams to ensure successful product launches and ongoing production.
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Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, providing clear updates on project status, risks, and mitigation plans.
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Collaborate closely with Rivian's electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and design teams from concept through production to provide feedback on DFM/DFA for PCBAs and complex electrical assemblies.
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Ensure designs align with the capabilities and processes of our contract manufacturers and suppliers.
Responsabilidades:
- Colaboración con proveedores y fabricantes por contrato:
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Actuar como principal enlace técnico con los fabricantes por contrato y los proveedores clave de componentes electrónicos, especialmente en México.
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Colaborar estrechamente con los CM y los proveedores para comprender sus procesos de manufactura, identificar las limitaciones e impulsar la mejora continua.
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Dirigir reuniones técnicas, análisis de causa raíz y medidas correctivas respecto a problemas de manufactura, rendimiento y calidad.
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Asegurarse de que la capacidad de producción de los CM cumpla los requisitos de Rivian.
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Definir e implementar metodologías sólidas para los requisitos de ejecución, mantenimiento y conservación de datos (trazabilidad) junto con los CM, garantizando el cumplimiento normativo y la calidad.
Optimización del proceso de manufactura:
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Impulsar iniciativas de mejora del rendimiento e implementar controles de procesos a nivel de CM y proveedores.
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Evaluar y aprobar los procesos de manufactura, el utillaje y las herramientas.
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Garantizar la validación sólida de los procesos y la capacidad de la producción para la introducción de nuevos productos (NPI, por sus siglas en inglés).
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Aplicar enfoques basados en datos para identificar y resolver cuellos de botella en la manufactura y problemas de calidad.
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Impulsar la optimización de procesos y mejoras de la eficiencia mediante la automatización.
Colaboración multidisciplinar:
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Colaborar activamente con los equipos de Supply Chain, Quality y Program Management para garantizar el éxito de los lanzamientos de productos y la continuidad de la producción.
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Comunicarse de manera eficaz con todas las partes interesadas, proporcionando información clara y actualizada sobre el estado del proyecto, los riesgos y los planes de mitigación.
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Colaborar estrechamente con los equipos de ingeniería eléctrica, ingeniería mecánica y diseño de Rivian, desde la fase de diseño hasta la producción, para aportar comentarios sobre DFM/DFA respecto a los PCBA y conjuntos eléctricos complejos.
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Asegurarse de que los diseños se ajusten a las capacidades y los procesos de nuestros fabricantes por contrato y proveedores.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree (or greater) in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
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7+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering, industrialization, or DFM roles, with a strong focus on electronics manufacturing, specifically PCBAs and electrical assemblies.
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Deep understanding of PCBA manufacturing processes (SMT, wave solder, testing, etc.) and common failure modes.
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Extensive experience working directly with contract manufacturers and suppliers in high-volume production environments.
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Experience with Conformal coating or other material deposition processes.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions.
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Experience with common PCBA inspection and Test techniques (e.g. SPI, AOI, X-Ray, AXI, ICT, Flying Probe)
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Knowledge of failure analysis techniques, (e.g. Optical Inspection, X-Ray, CSAM, SEM, EDS, FTIR, TDM, Cross-Section).
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Familiarity with relevant industry standards (e.g. IPC, JEDEC, ASMT, IEEE).
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Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and external partners.
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Ability to travel frequently, especially within Mexico, to support supplier and CM activities and team development.
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Fluent in English and Spanish.
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Experience in the automotive, consumer electronics, or similar high-reliability product industries is highly desirable.
Calificaciones:
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Licenciatura (o superior) en Ingeniería Eléctrica, Ingeniería de Manufactura, Ingeniería Industrial o un campo técnico relacionado.
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Más de 7 años de experiencia en puestos de ingeniería de manufactura, industrialización o DFM, con especial énfasis en la manufactura de electrónica, en particular PCBA y conjuntos eléctricos.
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Conocimiento profundo de los procesos de manufactura de PCBA (SMT, soldadura por ola, ensayos, etc.) y de los modos de falla habituales.
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Amplia experiencia trabajando directamente con fabricantes por contrato y proveedores en entornos de producción de gran volumen.
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Experiencia en recubrimiento conformado u otros procesos de deposición de material.
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Sólidas habilidades analíticas y de resolución de problemas, con capacidad para dirigir análisis de causa raíz e implementar medidas correctivas eficaces.
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Experiencia en técnicas habituales de inspección y ensayo de PCBA (p. ej., SPI, AOI, rayos X, AXI, ICT, sonda móvil).
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Conocimiento de las técnicas de análisis de fallas, (p. ej., inspección óptica, rayos X, CSAM, SEM, EDS, FTIR, TDM, sección transversal).
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Conocimiento de las normas pertinentes del sector (p. ej., IPIPC, JEDEC, ASMT, IEEE).
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Excelentes habilidades interpersonales, de comunicación y negociación, con capacidad para influir en equipos multidisciplinares y socios externos.
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Capacidad para viajar con frecuencia, especialmente dentro de México, en apoyo de las actividades de los proveedores y los CM, así como del desarrollo del equipo.
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Fluidez en inglés y español.
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Se valora de forma muy positiva la experiencia en los sectores de la automoción, la electrónica de consumo o en otros sectores de productos de alta confiabilidad.
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Pay Disclosure:
The salary range for this role is 829,000 MXN - 1,036,000 MXN. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.
The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.
You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than March 27, 2026.
Divulgación salarial:
La banda salarial para este puesto oscila entre los 829,000 y 1,036,000 MXN. Esta es la banda salarial, de menor a mayor, que, de buena fe, consideramos que pagaríamos por este puesto en el momento de la publicación de esta oferta. La posición de un/a empleado/a dentro de la banda salarial se determinará atendiendo a varios factores, entre otros: competencias específicas, capacitación pertinente, calificaciones, certificaciones, experiencia, habilidades, ubicación geográfica, turno y necesidades de la organización.
El/la postulante que elijamos podrá optar a una bonificación anual por desempeño y a compensación accionaria.
Puede aplicar a este puesto a través de careers.rivian.com (o a través de internal-careers-rivian.icims.com si ya es empleado/a). No se prevé que este proceso de selección concluya antes del 27 de marzo de 2026.
Company Statements:
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.
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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