Rivian · 14 hours ago
Failure Analysis and Materials Engineering Technician
Normal, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$34.17/hr - $42.71/hr
2+ years expRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, seeking to attract curious and courageous individuals. The Failure Analysis and Materials Engineering Technician will join a team of experts to assist in materials testing and failure analysis, contributing to the company's product lines and laboratory operations.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Assist FAME engineers in both failure analysis investigations and materials characterization projects
Perform a wide variety of materials testing and validation on materials coming from across Rivian shops
Operation of a variety of laboratory equipment including, but not limited to (prior hands-on experience highly desired, but training will be provided as needed):
Metallurgical sample x-sectioning equipment (section, grind, polish, and etch)
Basic machine shop tools such as band saw, drill press, lathe, milling machine, etc
Macro photography
Optical microscopy
Hardness testing
Alloy identification using XRF
Non-destructive examination using dye penetrant and magnetic particle inspection
Preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment on a scheduled basis to ensure maximum uptime
Responsible for day-to-day organization of the lab, including ordering consumables, maintenance of chemical inventory, sample organization and tracking, etc
Help maintain Rivian materials testing specifications and Rivian material property database
Produce clear and concise reports to summarize data collected and be able to clearly present this to the FAME lab engineers and scientists
Qualification
Required
A BS in Materials Science/Engineering, Mechanical engineering, OR 2+ years hands-on experience in materials testing
Experience in any of the following testing aspects: Mechanical Testing: Fatigue, tension, compression, shear, peel
Experience in any of the following testing aspects: Environmental Testing: UV-exposure, weathering, temperature, humidity
Experience with computational analysis of material and welds, the generation of static and dynamic test data in support of CAE teams
Experience writing and editing testing and materials standards
Familiarity with primary automotive structures such as Body, Interior and Chassis assemblies
Familiarity with common industry material testing specifications (ASTM, ISO, AWS, etc.)
Familiarity with polymers and polymer chemistry
Familiarity with steel and aluminum metallurgy
Desire to promote a culture of health and safety in the laboratory
Benefits
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, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.
Company
Rivian
Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$21.93BKey Investors
Volkswagen GroupUS Department of EnergyIllinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity
2025-06-30Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2024-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $6.6B
2024-05-02Grant· $827M
Leadership Team
Robert Scaringe
Chief Executive Officer
Claire McDonough
Chief Financial Officer
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