Operations Coordinator, Autonomy Systems Validation (1st Shift)

Site Coordinator For Autonomy Systems Validation

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.

Our Autonomy Systems Validation's team is expanding, and we are looking for a skilled Site Coordinator with a focus on autonomous vehicle testing, data collection, and integration of development hardware and software. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading a team of vehicle operators. This involves a team testing on public roads and private facilities, executing safety protocols, and performing specialized test procedures. You'll also work with hardware and software engineering teams as needed to help achieve strategic goals.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate project requirements and scheduling, ensuring sufficient coverage.
• Assign test routes and vehicles to vehicle operators based on vehicle availability and test plan.
• Act as the primary point of contact on-site for the vehicle operator team.
• Implement processes, procedures and work instructions.
• Collaborate with engineering to achieve strategic goals.
• Prepare training materials and assist in onboarding new vehicle operators.
• Motivate vehicle operators to reach objectives and maintain high performance and safety standards.
• Maintain vehicle operator relations, resolve conflicts and foster a positive, productive and professional work environment.
• Ensure test / route schedules are maintained by monitoring driving habits, implementing procedures and/or equipment as required.
• Set key operational performance indicators to measure success and perform data analytics.
• Develop and manage detailed operational reports, dashboards and tools to report results in an accurate and timely manner.
• Ensure essential tools and equipment are well-organized and easily accessible.
• Perform vehicle inspections to ensure safety, functionality and cleanliness.
• Perform initial troubleshooting, hardware and software issue investigation and software updating.
• Oversee the transfer of the drive data from the vehicle to the cloud/servers.

Qualifications:

• Previous supervisory experience, preferably in an professional automotive driving or autonomous vehicle testing experience.
• Flexible and able to perform various tasks as requested.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of good judgment in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
• Attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to describe events quickly and concisely.
• Proficiency using a smartphone, laptop, and Google tools (Docs, Sheets, Maps).
• Must be flexible to work overtime as needed.
• Must be flexible to travel as needed.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Minimum age of 21.
• No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License (within a 3-5 year period).
• No drug or alcohol related driving incidents in the last 3 years.
• No more than 1 serious moving violation in the last 3 years.
• Must have a valid driver's license in the state of residence that you will be driving/operating a vehicle.
• Will be subject to continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring.

Pay Disclosure:

The hourly pay range for this role is $40.40 - $44.89/hour for New York 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. 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.