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. 

Rivian is on a mission to redefine sustainable transportation and energy. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Staff Manufacturing Engineer to play a critical role in the development and implementation of our innovative battery manufacturing strategies, specifically within pack assembly conveyance and material flow, from initial concept through full-scale production. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our battery platforms, contributing to prototype development, validation builds, and the establishment of robust manufacturing systems for pack assembly. This highly cross-functional role requires exemplary communication skills and the ability to effectively balance product design and manufacturing system objectives to ensure successful and scalable production of battery packs. This role is based at either our Atlanta, GA, Normal, IL or Irvine, CA facility and reports directly to the Manufacturing Manager of Pack Assembly & Automation.

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of comprehensive material flow strategies for battery pack assembly, from initial concept through full-scale production including interline conveyance, part presentation & dunnaging, NCM repair loops and operator lifting aides.  
• Drive innovation to  inter-pack line conveyance and the standardization of high-speed conveyance for Pack Assembly Lines, with a specific focus on improving station-to-station transfer times.
• Design and standardize robust pallet docking systems for both manual and automated assembly stations to ensure seamless and precise material transfer for high precision applications.  
• Ensure full Conveyance Safety Compliance for all material handling systems, focusing on ingress/egress points, turn tables, safety guarding, and other critical conveyance zones.
• Lead Discrete Event Simulation (DES) activities to model, analyze, and optimize material flow, conveyance, and assembly processes, identifying bottlenecks and validating layout strategies.
• Provide in-depth Design for Manufacture (DFM) feedback to Product Engineering, specifically concerning part design implications for efficient part presentation, racking, and packaging.
• Oversee and execute the NCM process flow strategy, including defining handling, storage, and transfer logistics for non-conforming materials.
• Lead the selection, specification, and implementation of Lift Assists and other ergonomic material handling equipment for transferring components within the assembly process.

• BS/MS/PhD in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics (or equivalent) 

• Hands-on experience in building/troubleshooting automation systems and acquiring experimental data 

• 7+ years experience in an automated manufacturing environment 

• Able to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines of multiple simultaneous projects and challenges 

• Strong problem-solving skills and aptitude for learning systems quickly 

• Communicate effectively with direct team and peers within a manufacturing and engineering organization. This includes exemplary verbal and written communication skills. 

• Detail oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills 

• Experience in complex electro-mechanical system design 

• Experience transitioning automated systems from prototype to production 

• Experience with 2D & 3D software (AutoCAD, Solidworks, and Catia) 

• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally as required 

Salary Range for Georgia and Illinois Based Applicants: $125,000-$157,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Salary Range for CA Based Applicants: $137,800-$172,200 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premium

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 [email protected].

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.  

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