Rivian · 1 day ago
Sr. Safety Test Technician
US-NY-Buffalo
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$40.67/hr - $50.84/hrRivian is an automotive company focused on electric vehicles, and they are seeking a Senior Vehicle Test Technician to support their safety and performance programs. This hands-on role involves preparing, tearing down, and analyzing vehicle safety assets for various tests, while ensuring a safe and efficient testing environment.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Provide expert hands-on support for vehicle rebuilds, retrofits, and complex teardown activities following high-energy test events
Collaborate directly with Test Engineers to execute full-vehicle crash tests, sled testing, and component-level safety evaluations
Support the installation, extraction, and shipment of critical safety components including airbags, seats, and active safety sensors
Maintain the Rivian onsite workshops; manage tool inventory, equipment calibration, and vehicle setup stations to ensure "test-ready" status at all times
Assist in the design, fabrication, and assembly of custom test fixtures; maintain an organized fixture repository for recurring DVP requirements
Support electrical teams in the installation and repair of both Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) vehicle content (training provided)
Coordinate the organization and secure storage/recycling of pre- and post-test parts; assist engineering teams in the initial analysis of physical test outcomes
Operate heavy machinery (forklifts, Stringos, vehicle lifts) and maintain a rigorous safety standard for all personnel within the test environment
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent Automotive Test Technician certification/work experience
A strong working level foundational understanding of Automotive Safety components (Airbags, body crash components, electrical architecture) is required
Proven ability to work with both mechanical assemblies and electrical systems (LV/HV)
High level of comfort with heavy machinery, fabrication tools, and vehicle diagnostic equipment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) for incident reporting and documentation
Must be an effective communicator across all levels (verbal, email, and digital messaging) to ensure test accuracy and team safety
Willingness to work extended hours/night sessions during critical vehicle prep windows and travel out-of-state as project needs dictate
Collaborative Mindset: A 'team-first' attitude is essential; you thrive in high-pressure environments where coordination is key
Detail-Oriented: Precision is non-negotiable when preparing safety assets; you notice the small discrepancies that could impact test data
Problem Solver: You are proactive in identifying workshop inefficiencies and suggesting improvements to fixture designs or workflows
Resilient: Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment that requires heavy lifting and standing for extended periods
Benefits
Annual performance bonus
Equity awards
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Life insurance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
401(k) Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Company
Rivian
Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
Founded in 2009
10001+ employees
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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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