Rivian · 8 hours ago
Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Engineering (Test/Battery)
Normal, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$161K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, focusing on emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. They are seeking a Senior Manager to lead the Battery Manufacturing Engineering team, responsible for delivering battery test equipment and optimizing battery production operations.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead and manage team of test engineers focused on developing battery test equipment, automation and process projects from initial concept to full scale production. Accountable for successful project execution measured in terms of cost, safety, quality, performance and delivery schedule
Ensure equipment and process compliance with applicable standards, policies, acts, regulations and codes
Directly lead and mentor engineers. Foster an environment where individuals flourish and develop career growth plans with them
Develop equipment and process specifications, assess vendor capabilities and make sourcing recommendations based on data
Develop strategies to achieve challenging program timelines, from resource and schedule management to risk mitigation plans
Provide in depth design for manufacture (DFM) feedback to the Product Engineering team to ensure that our assembly processes are cost efficient, robust and deliver high quality results
Solve technically complex problems using fundamental, data driven methodologies
Lead research and development activities for new manufacturing technologies that address assembly and automation challenges
Lead feasibility studies to aid validation of manufacturing strategies
Partner with and manage expectations between cross functional teams to ensure stakeholder engagement and satisfaction with the engineering solutions delivered
Develop standards and processes as a foundation for how the Manufacturing Engineering team operates. Build an industry leading knowledge base
Document, maintain, and improve the team’s execution process
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar technical field
10+ years of experience in an engineering role in an automated manufacturing environment
Demonstrated success at planning for and project managing equipment & facility installations
Skilled in manufacturing and industrial engineering principles (OEE, cycle time analysis, DVA, Cp/Cpk, GR&R, ergonomics, DOE, quality control, equipment selection, return on investment, error proofing, supply chain & logistics)
Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems using first principles, challenge assumptions and biased towards action
Proven technical leader that can lead and influence cross-functional teams
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, ability to concisely summarize and escalate complex topics
Experienced working within 2D & 3D CAD environments and various engineering tools
Experience transitioning automated systems from prototype to production
Experience creating test specification documentation and test limit management
Experience in battery manufacturing
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally as required
Benefits
Annual performance bonus
Equity awards
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and 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.
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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