Sr. Process Engineer, Battery

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. 

The Sr. Process Engineer position at Rivian will support our battery module and battery pack production through process optimization, equipment troubleshooting, work standardization, and continuous improvement efforts while maintaining Rivian established safety standards. Shift Flexibility is required for these engineers. The opening is located at our Normal, IL facility and reports directly to the Process Engineer Manager of Battery.

3:30pm - 12:00am - Subject to change based on business needs

• Coordinate engineering changes and new program launches
• Review, interpret, and summarize statistical data to drive process improvement
• Determine the ‘Best Practice’ process approach of material, tooling, equipment, and labor process
• Develop work instructions, standardized work, process flow, and process documentation to ensure the manufacturing process is being followed
• Work with the design engineering team to develop and establish a design that lends itself to high-volume production while ensuring quality during the manufacturing process
• Work with the manufacturing engineering team to commission and optimize next-generation battery module and battery pack assembly equipment
• Perform time analysis using a standard motion time system (MODAPTS), estimate production times, manage staffing requirements, manage labor costs, and drive line balancing
• Coordinate with the team to determine and introduce optimum plant layout, equipment, tooling, and racking in Battery Assembly to achieve maximum efficiency
• Support production teams through process and equipment-related troubleshooting/continuous improvement
• Develop recovery/troubleshooting best practices and procedures for production team to increase equipment availability
• Investigate assembly issues and implement solutions by reviewing product design, established processes, and equipment/tooling effectiveness

• Must have good communication skills – both verbal and written
• Hands-on experience with supporting production equipment (Mechanical, electrical, control systems, automation, robotics, adhesives systems, etc.)
• Experience in using 2D & 3D Modeling tools (AutoCAD, CATIA/ENOVIA)
• Experience and/or Knowledge in DOE, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance, Torque Tooling, Error Proofing, and PFMEA
• Experience and/or certification in Six Sigma DMAIC (optional), Lean Assembly Principles, Time Studies using MTM or MODAPTS
• Keyence Vision Experience Preferred
• Working knowledge in Excel, Word, Power point, and Outlook programs
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Strong team orientation and cross functional attitude
• Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline and/or equivalent experience preferred
• Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma experience is a plus
• Prefer 3-5+ years engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing operation, preferably automotive / battery manufacturing
• Ability to stand for 8-12 hours per day
• Required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Ability to lift and carry at least 25 pounds
• Ability to perform all duties in a working environment that may contain dust, high noise levels, and hot and cold weather

The salary range for this role is $98,500 - $123,100 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.

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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How We Use AI in Our Hiring Process: To ensure transparency, we want candidates to know that Rivian uses iCIMS Talent Cloud Artificial Intelligence (TCAI) and AI-enabled tools to assist with screening, reviewing, organizing and highlighting profiles and applications that match the key requirements for each role.

AI does not make hiring decisions: Qualified candidate applications are reviewed by a member of our team, and all decisions throughout the process are made by humans. We use AI to support efficiency and consistency, not to replace human judgment. We are committed to a fair, thoughtful, and equitable experience for every candidate.

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