Quality Manager

About Rivian Rivianis 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 We are seeking a strategic and experienced Quality Manager to lead our team of Plant Quality Engineers. This critical leadership role is responsible for defining and executing quality strategies at a vehicle and system level, ensuring all manufacturing processes meet the highest standards of excellence in collaboration with Service Quality, Reliability, and Manufacturing Teams. Responsibilities Quality Strategy: Define and drive long‑term quality strategies at the vehicle and system level to ensure alignment with organizational goals and customer requirements Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage the team of Plant Quality Engineers, fostering a culture of ownership, rapid response, and data‑driven decision‑making Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Service Quality, Reliability, and Manufacturing teams to identify systemic quality issues, share lessons learned, and implement proactive quality improvements Quality Systems Oversight: Oversee the integrity of factory quality systems, ensuring effective implementation of quality loops, containment protocols and corrective actions across all production lines Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall manufacturing quality, reduce defect rates, and optimize production efficiency Reporting & Governance: Act as the primary point of contact for plant quality performance, providing high‑level reporting and insights to senior leadership regarding quality metrics, status, and resolution efforts Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Mechatronics, or a related field) 8+ years of progressive quality engineering and management experience, preferably within automotive or EV manufacturing Proven ability to develop and execute quality strategies in a high‑volume manufacturing environment Demonstrated experience leading, developing, and motivating engineering teams Deep mastery of core quality tools and standards, including APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC and 8D methodology Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a track record of driving complex cross‑functional resolutions. Six Sigma Black Belt is a plus Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders and present complex quality data to executive leadership Must be able to travel up to 20% This position may require availability outside of standard hours to support production needs Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to working in a fast‑paced, multi‑cultural environment with cross‑functional teams Pay Disclosure Salary Range for Illinois Based Applicants: The salary range for this position is $125,800 - $157,200 for Illinois based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards. Benefits Summary We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability insurance, and long‑term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full‑time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part‑time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr