About us
We are a technology powerhouse that designs, engineers, and manufactures the world's most advanced automotive technology and hypercars. Bytes to bolts, Rimac is where everything happens.
Our teams develop and produce both hardware and software solutions for our flagship, record-breaking hypercar, the Nevera, as well as for other automotive manufacturers’ vehicles. Working on technology solutions for partners such as Porsche, Hyundai, Aston Martin, Koenigsegg, Automobili Pininfarina, and others, gives Rimac a unique position of a technology leader in the high-performance electric vehicle industry. The stakes are high.
As a fast-moving company, we nurture a high-performing culture. If you are interested in joining, you must be prepared for relentless learning, adapting, and embracing new technologies. We expect an easy-going person, but also self-driven, entrepreneurial, and highly independent in their work, that will enjoy rising to the challenge and have fun pushing the limits of technology.
Our expectations are high. And we can only achieve our goals with the dedication and collaboration of our exceptional team. Our ambition is to deliver and go the extra mile. We need to expand our already industry-leading team, find the best people, and lead the charge.
Location: Zagreb, Croatia (Jankomir Office)
Mechanical Design Department - Battery
Business functions we cover are HV battery packs, modules, prototype manufacture and build. In addition to this we support business development feasibility studies and advanced research projects for the next generation of our technology to come to the market.
Working with the our experts and system designers within the organization, we design, develop and deliver robust products from concept through to production ensuring these meet our customer's requirements and specifications.
The team is growing as is the business and our customer portfolio, these roles are all new roles to meet the future demands across all areas we support.
Who are we looking for in you?
Ideally you will have been working within the automotive sector but this is not essential, you will have experience bringing successful products to market. The below role covers all areas of the business and it's not expected that you fulfill all but those which relate to your area of specialism.
Where necessary based on the role you seek, a level of leadership experience, people management and project management will be required.
Responsibilities
- Engineering & design of battery pack components or subsystems
- Defining suitable fixation torque values
- Defining adequate interference fits to meet requirements over life, tolerance range and thermal range
- Integration of advanced thermal solutions for battery packs
- CAD modeling in close collaboration with other members of the team
- Developing technical concepts optimizing system-level solutions
- Support the release of the product into production
- Generate 3D models, assemblies and 2D drawings using 3DX Experience
- Create basic CAE models to validate and verify designs
- Participate and chair mechanical design reviews
- Creation of tolerance stack analysis
- Peer review of solutions, calculations, reports and design rational
- Supplier and customer engagement
- CAD modeling of production-ready solutions undertaking DFM-DFA studies
- Selection of suitable materials for parts
- Defining mechanical and adhesive joints
- Create and manage design requirements from PDS
- Ensure product solutions are compliant to relevant international standards
- Component validation plans and test methods
- Technical drawings and production documentation to relevant ISO standards
- Tolerance analysis to ensure functional performance at limits
- Involved in prototype assembly and testing teams during product operation
- Supporting product lifecycle through manufacturing up to the validation process
- Validation of designs through calculations
- Contribute to DFMEA’s
- Design of Jigs and fixtures to help realize builds to your designs
- Where required work with the Head of Department to implement and improve business processes
- Leading engineers where required, either through technical leadership or people management
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering
- 3+ years of experience with CATIA V5 or other CAD SW
- Experience with assemblies and multi–model links
- Experience with PLM system and design methodologies
- Understanding of electro-mechanical components
- Extensive experience in component development
- Extensive manufacturing experience is a plus covering
- Injection molding
- Stamped parts
- Machining
- Rapid prototyping
- Fluent in Englithe sh language, both written and verbal
- Automotive experience is a plus
What we are like and what we offer
- Working on exciting projects in a high-performance environment pushing the limits, moving science forward while working with the global automotive manufacturers on developing the latest automotive technology.
- Flexible working hours – align with your manager and work on your own schedule.
- Educational budget and internal education programs – at Rimac, we believe in the importance of continuous learning. We provide a range of educational programs and opportunities to support your growth, and we actively encourage you to expand your knowledge and skills. Embrace the chance to learn more and never stop your pursuit of knowledge at Rimac.
- Transportation support – we provide support by covering the costs of local public transportation. Rest assured, we've got you covered when it comes to commuting, ensuring your ease and convenience as a valued member of our team.
- Health-related benefits – taking care of your physical wellbeing is of great importance and all our team members have additional and supplementary health insurance coverage, with an additional budget for yearly general physical examinations and multiple discounts in various privately held clinics.
- Multisport card – being a Rimac employee and a valued team member makes you eligible for Multisport membership with discounted prices for enjoying various sport activities or fitness programs in sporting venues all over Croatia.
- Mental health support – physical and mental wellbeing are our priorities when thinking about our most valuable asset – people. Prioritizing mental health for overall well-being covered by the company is one of the most important steps in having a productive and satisfied community.
- Family-oriented perks – we pride ourselves in being a family friendly environment and raising the new generation of STEM oriented brainiacs, so small gestures of love for your loved ones with kindergarten support and various kids’ activities are what we’re all about.
- Pet-friendly workplace – we are always on the lookout for new Pawject Managers! You’ll be able to bring your pet to work, receive a pet necklace and have a professional photoshoot of your pet for its ID card (and lots of discounts for pet shops and clinics).
- Relaxation zones, fresh fruits, and healthy snacks – recharge your batteries with daily fresh fruits and vegetables delivered to your workplace from Croatia’s family-owned business.
- Shopping, travel, and entertainment discounts – as a growing company, we try to negotiate the best conditions and all for your own convenience. Each year we grow our network of partners so you can experience new things and save money.
- Possibility of remote work – even though we love teamwork and try to be more connected to further strengthen our bond between departments and team members, feel free to take remote work day when needed as per your agreement with your manager.
If you are a creative, problem-solving, open-minded, highly-motivated individual and you love a fast-paced environment and are up for the challenge – where were you hiding?