Job Description

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.

You will work alongside cross-functional teams to drive Rivian VW Technology Group quality requirements and manage our contract manufacturers' quality performance ensuring seamless scaling of production. Your contributions will directly impact the performance and quality of Rivian VW Technology group’s cutting-edge electronic modules, ensuring successful launches from Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) to high-volume manufacturing at our contract manufacturing partner locations.

1. Contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice quality vision, strategy, and procedures to aid and improve operational performance at Contract Manufacturers / ECU Suppliers.
2. Manage and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to support the project timing and quality performance.
3. Drive the completion of PPAP and APQP requirements throughout the different phases of development towards SOP.
4. Perform and sustain VDA audits to suppliers during sourcing and through program life cycle.
5. Proactively identify high-risk areas in production and engineering design cycle.
6. Identify, root cause, and track issues, working closely with Contract Manufacturers and internal stakeholders to implement necessary improvements during production and vehicle launch.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability.

1. BS+ Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or Equivalent.
2. 5+ years of experience working in a product development or volume manufacturing environment.
3. Wide breadth of electromechanical system knowledge.
4. Ability to dive deep into electrical, software, and mechanical issues.
5. Technical expertise in automotive low voltage electronic and associated components - IPC-610 certification a plus.
6. Strong knowledge of Design Failure Mode Analysis (DFMEA), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA).
7. Metrology, Inspection Methods, and Equipment.
8. Understanding of PCBA manufacturing processes.
9. Experience in high-rate production environments, especially working with Contract Manufacturers (CMs) on PCBA production.
10. Deep understanding of the automotive PPAP process and its application in production.

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 .

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