Lead Visualization Designer

Rivian is hiring a Lead Visualization Designer in Irvine, CA, responsible for creating high-quality, photo-realistic renderings using VRED and other software. The role includes developing 3D assets, collaborating with designers and management, managing multiple projects, and solving technical issues. Candidates should have experience in rendering, proficiency in relevant software, and strong communication skills. Rivian values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
Lead Visualization Designer

Job Description

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

A Visualization Designer at Rivian is responsible for creating high-quality, photo-realistic renderings using tools like VRED, ensuring alignment with brand standards and design specifications. The role involves developing 3D assets using NURBS and polygonal data from platforms like 3ds Max, Maya, or Blender, and efficiently converting files from design teams for rendering. Strong collaboration skills are essential, as the designer engages with stakeholders to present project updates and resolve.

Responsibilities
• High-Quality Rendering: Utilize VRED (or similar software) to create photo-realistic renderings that align with design specifications and brand standards.
• Asset Development: Work with NURBS and Polygonal data using software such as Studio, 3ds Max, Maya, or Blender; efficiently import and convert files from designers and engineers for rendering.
• Collaboration: Develop verbal communication skills to engage with designers, present project updates, and discuss outcomes with management.
• Progress Tracking: Monitor job progress, identify tactical issues, and suggest adjustments to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Adobe Suite Proficiency: Leverage advanced skills in Adobe Suite to modify and enhance images as needed.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to timelines and delivery standards.
• Supportive Role: Provide assistance on larger scale projects, contributing significantly to team goals and objectives.
• Technical Problem-Solving: Drive discussions around technical solutions, addressing issues collaboratively with team members.
• Skill Development: Pursue additional skills, such as animation, to enhance contributions and personal growth.

Qualifications
• Experience: Proven experience in rendering and asset development within a design or engineering environment.
• Software Skills: Advanced proficiency in VRED, 3ds Max, Maya, Blender, and Adobe Suite.
• Communication: Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to present ideas effectively to senior management.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to work independently, stay organized, and adhere to file naming conventions for easy access and collaboration.

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.

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.