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Rivian · 18 hours ago

Sr. Technical Program Manager - Vehicle Hardware Engineering

US-CA-Irvine

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$154K/yr - $192K/yr

5+ years exp

Rivian is an automotive company focused on electric vehicles, and they are seeking a Sr. Technical Program Manager for Vehicle Hardware Engineering. The role involves managing the development and delivery of vehicle hardware engineering subsystems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment on program deliverables.

AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead a matrix organization to ensure delivery of vehicle hardware engineering sub-systems through the complete Rivian Development Process

Champion and drive cross-functional issue resolution (RCs), change management (CRs/CAs), Deviations (DVI), and large program changes (PCCR)

Drive the key external departments towards alignment on program execution direction (Purchasing, Manufacturing, Finance, Quality, Attributes, Studio, other PD functions)

Manage key performance metrics including issues and change management, quality, validation, and sub-system performance

Support sub-system imperative balance. The TPM must ensure piece cost, tooling, ED&D, mass etc, are cascaded, communicated, reported, and achieved through the RDP

Verify all VHE components and systems meet the vehicle requirements and assist engineers with solving and managing cross-functional issues

Own the creation of sub-system development timing plans including supplier sourcing, surface release, engineering release, virtual validation loops, tooling timing, part maturation, and validation

Assist in the development and implementation of plans to ensure on-time delivery of parts to Mule and pre-production builds, establishing and implementing recovery plans as needed

Coordinate cross-functional issue resolution on-site at launch locations

Exhibit 'Rivian Compass' in everything you do

Qualification

Automotive product developmentAutomotive design processCross-functional leadershipCAD systemsProblem-solvingCommercial awarenessMaterialsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's in engineering or equivalent technical degree

5+ years' experience of Automotive product development, ideally experiencing at least 1 vehicle launch

Detailed knowledge of the automotive design and development process, system requirements, and general engineering best practices

The ability and eagerness to lead a multi disciplinary team through a fast paced, dynamic environment

Outstanding communication skills for both detailed technical discussions and high level executive audiences

A demonstrated ability to solve problems using a first-principal approach

Excellent commercial and financial awareness

Knowledge of materials, processes, & technologies used to deliver hardware engineering content

Knowledge in operating CAD systems, preference towards CATIA experience

Travel Requirements: As needed based on production support and priorities

Benefits

Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.

Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment.

Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.