CNC Machinist III

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

We are looking for a CNC Machinist III to program 3-5 Axis Mills and Lathes using advanced CAD/CAM software for precision manufacturing. This role involves analyzing designs, solving machining challenges, and producing high-quality components while ensuring efficiency. You'll collaborate with engineers and production teams, set up and operate CNC machines, and maintain high quality standards. A strong background in CNC programming, proficiency in CAD/CAM tools, and a problem-solving mindset are essential. If you're driven by innovation, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence, we'd love to have you on our team!


Responsibilities

• Review assigned Jira tickets to determine material, tooling, fixturing requirements with autonomy.
• Ability to sort through tasks using the Critical Path Method to complete assigned machining requests in the most optimal order to meet deadlines and increase machine uptime.
• Discuss with engineering teams the issues related to manufacturability or timing, provide Design for Manufacturing (DFM) feedback, modify in CAD submitted parts as discussed to ensure successful completion of task.
• Ability to quickly summarize part requirements, apply roughing toolpaths and get machine running in as little time as possible (often <30minutes), while continuing to process the finishing toolpaths on the part.
• Program parts using high end CAM software (Fusion 360, Powermill, Camplete)
• Ability to operate the GUI Control and Setup of high end multi-axis machining centers.
• Understand speeds/feeds, depth of cuts and all other tool cutting parameters for a wide variety of materials, and the ability to apply these quickly to process jobs with a minimum of delay.
• Participate in team/ peer discussions with suggestions on how to process the more complicated jobs, including fixturing and tooling requirements.
• Quick setup of mission critical parts which could disrupt company production schedules, and prevent excessive costs incurred by outside vendors.
• Review large quantity jobs to optimize program toolpaths, speeds, and feeds to reduce overall processing time
• Perform inspection tasks to ensure part conforms to required critical dimensions and specifications utilizing advanced GD&T and engineering drawing reading abilities, using standard measurement equipment (verniers, calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, gauge pins, height gauges)
• Utilize 3D Scanning Equipment and corresponding software (Polyworks) for full virtual inspection of machined parts.
• Machine maintenance including monitor filters, oil and grease levels, machine calibration and adjustment

Big Picture Tasks:

• Continuous improvement of the overall machining process on an ongoing basis.
• Sustain curiosity to explore new materials, technologies, manufacturing methods, and workflows that can benefit our Rapid Prototyping capabilities.
• Implement and follow standardized workflows to improve efficiency.
• Maintain close communication with software vendors to troubleshoot and improve software workflow.
• Work closely with the Additive Manufacturing Specialists to utilize the benefits of both technologies.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in a CNC machining environment, working with Fusion 360, Mastercam, Powermill, or similar software.
• Proficient in working with 3D CAD data to create or modify existing 3D models.
• Program, setup, and operate 3- to 5-axis CNC Mills and Lathes, with a strong preference for Fanuc, Heidenhain, or Haas controls.
• Proficient in blueprint reading and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), with the ability to review G-code to troubleshoot or verify toolpaths before running.
• Strong understanding of various machining processes, tooling, and materials (e.g., aluminum, steel, plastics).
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, precise parts within +-0.002" tolerance or tighter.
• Inspect your own parts using standard precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges) to ensure compliance with tight tolerance specifications.
• Associate's Degree or Certificate in Machining Technology, CNC Programming, or a related field is highly desired.
• Adherence to safety protocols and a clean, organized work environment.

Pay Disclosure

The Hourly Pay range for this role is $34.17-$42.71 for Normal, IL 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.


You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than July 31, 2026.

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.


Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.