Rivian · 11 hours ago
Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Technician II - Pilot (Interconnect)
US-CA-Tustin
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$33.31/hr - $41.63/hr
4+ years expRivian is an automotive company focused on sustainable transportation, and they are seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Technician II for their Battery Pilot Team. This role supports production development for vehicle battery packs and involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to provide test assets for vehicle and program development.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Support the design for manufacturability of battery interconnects for future vehicle programs
Perform various DOE’s for continued laser welding process optimization to increase yield and throughput
Lead area level support for Prototype Manufacturing Engineering by building complex mechanical and electrical assemblies
Ability to create engineering drawings, specifications, schematics, diagrams, and written descriptions
Highly detail oriented and be able to create reports and record project build data both at the part level and system level
Maintain a clean and professional workspace
Help the team balance and prioritize multiple tasks
Design, fabricate, and/or modify existing prototype components/fixtures
Provide feedback and suggestions to new and/or improved workshop standards, protocols, and processes
Keep the lab space organized and equipped with supplies with a future state vision for your area
Build, collaborate, and set up test rigs for mechanical and electrical tests across multiple teams
Works a flexible schedule as required for executing projects
Qualification
Required
Associate degree, trade school, military technical training or equivalent experience
4-6+ years as an Engineering Technician or similar role
4-6+ years of experience with relevant technologies such as transmissions, electric motors, E-Axle, or IC engines
Expertise in technologies such as sensors, electronics, controls, pneumatics, valves, and mechanisms
Exposure to end of line testing, dyno controls, and other testing scenarios
Demonstrated experience in laser welding is a plus
Understanding of materials and its weldability especially of steel, aluminum, and copper in similar and dissimilar metal (steel/aluminum, steel/copper, aluminum/copper) laser welding applications is preferred
Understand wiring diagrams, schematics, assembly drawings, mechanical component drawings
Understanding of 5S in the workplace
Technical desire and aptitude to learn new products and teach or mentor others
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
Demonstrate knowledge of basic workshop etiquette, shop safety, and provide verbal and written communication across multiple departments
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to variety of technologies
Advanced knowledge of computers and Productivity tools (Microsoft Office, Google, etc)
Mastery of mechanical fabrication tools such as drill presses, saws, mills, hand tools, etc
Benefits
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
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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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