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.

Position Overview: 

We are seeking a highly skilled and system-oriented Drivetrain Mechanical Development Engineer – System Mechanical Integration to join our electric drivetrain development team. This role focuses on the mechanical design, integration, and system-level responsibility of the Electric Drive Unit (EDU), with primary emphasis on electric motors and transmissions. You will own the mechanical integration of the EDU within the vehicle, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, packaging constraints, performance targets, NVH behavior, and weight objectives. The position requires close collaboration with customers, project leadership, and cross-functional engineering teams to define requirements, manage interfaces, and maintain a robust and production-ready EDU design throughout the project lifecycle.

 
Key Responsibilities: 

1. EDU System Mechanical Design & Integration: Lead the mechanical system integration of the Electric Drive Unit, covering electric motor, transmission, and all associated mechanical interfaces. Ensure a cohesive, well-integrated EDU design that meets functional, performance, NVH, weight, and packaging requirements.
2. Vehicle & Interface Integration: Own and manage all EDU-to-vehicle mechanical interfaces, including mounting brackets and bushings, halfshaft interfaces, wire harness routing, sensors, NVH jackets, and cooling interfaces. Ensure proper integration within the vehicle architecture and alignment with customer packaging constraints.
3. Customer Collaboration & Requirement Management: Work closely with customers during project definition to support requirement setup, clarification, and alignment. Translate customer requirements into internal engineering tasks and distribute them effectively within the development team.
4. 3D Assembly Management & PLM Release: Build and maintain the complete EDU system assembly in 3DEXPERIENCE throughout the project lifecycle. Ensure design maturity, configuration consistency, and timely release of components and assemblies within the PLM system, with high-level responsibility for the system eBOM.
5. System-Level Performance, Weight & NVH Optimization: Drive system-level optimization of the EDU with strong focus on weight reduction, mechanical performance, and NVH behavior. Collaborate with specialized teams to ensure  balanced trade-offs between performance, durability, cost, and manufacturability.
6. DFMEA & System Responsibility: Lead and maintain the mechanical portion of the system-level DFMEA for the EDU. Identify risks, define mitigation actions, and ensure robust design solutions throughout development and validation phases.
7. Cross-Functional & Project Support: Work in close collaboration with the project lead, electrical engineers, thermal engineers, NVH specialists, and manufacturing teams. Provide technical support where needed to ensure project milestones, timing, and quality targets are met.
8. Documentation & Reporting: Prepare and maintain system-level design documentation, interface definitions, integration reports, and validation inputs. Communicate project status, risks, and technical decisions clearly to internal stakeholders and management.
9. Continuous Improvement: Contribute to continuous improvement of EDU system integration processes, design standards, and best practices, incorporating lessons learned from previous projects and testing feedback.
 
Required Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Proven experience in mechanical design and system integration within drivetrain or electric drive unit development
• Strong understanding of electric motors, transmissions, and system-level mechanical integration
• Experience with vehicle packaging, mechanical interfaces, and tolerance management
• Solid knowledge of performance, weight optimization, and NVH fundamentals at system level
• Proficiency in CAD and PLM tools, particularly CATIA V5 and 3DEXPERIENCE
• Experience working in cross-functional and customer-facing engineering environments.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to coordinate across teams
• Structured, analytical mindset with strong ownership and problem-solving capabilities
 
Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with electric vehicle (EV) drivetrains and EDU system architecture
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability at system level
• Experience with system-level DFMEA and product validation activities
• Familiarity with supplier coordination and component sourcing for drivetrain systems

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.