Benjamin Jackson

Benjamin Jackson is a seasoned professional in materials engineering and failure analysis, currently serving as Director of Failure Analysis & Materials Engineering at Rivian since July 2020, after progressing from Senior Manager roles. Prior to Rivian, Benjamin gained experience at Apple as a Failure Analysis Engineer and at Intertek AIM as Director of Failure Analysis Laboratories, specializing in forensic accident investigation and asset integrity management within the energy sector. An academic background includes a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from Imperial College London, alongside a Master's degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and an undergraduate degree in Aerospace Materials from Imperial College London. As a founding member of Grenland Advanced Engineering, Benjamin contributed to the sales and marketing of offshore products in North America.