Staff Technical Program Manager, High Voltage Distribution

About Rivian

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.

Role Summary

In this position, you will be on the lead for the High Voltage Distribution components of our future programs, coordinating design maturity and part lead times to support pre-production builds and SOP launch activities. Our programs have high visibility and compressed timing, creating a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be on the forefront of EV High Voltage Distribution development. You will work directly with the product development team, and coordinate with the High Voltage Distribution Design Team, the Manufacturing Engineering Team and supply chain to achieve our goals. This opening is at our Tustin, CA facility and reports directly to our Sr Manager, Powertrain Technical Program Management

Responsibilities

The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:
* Generating component-level timelines that align with the major milestones of the High Voltage Distribution program and vehicle timing plan.
* Maintaining and managing all open issues to resolution.
* Coordinating supplier sourcing activities to ensure all major program milestones are met.
* Communicating program health and escalating risks as needed.
* Support all development build events and ensure component readiness.
* Lead cost-saving initiatives.
* Maintaining project timelines and ensuring all major program milestones are achieved on time.
* Ensuring program profitability and mass targets are met.
* Coordinating tooling kick-off with vendors and ensuring timely delivery.
* Supporting quote activity for new programs and engineering changes.
* Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues that could impact program delivery.
Pay Disclosure

Salary Range Irvine-Based Applicants: $154,000-$192,500 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, 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.

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.

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