at Rivian Automotive, LLC in Normal, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Summary
In this position, you will be the liaison between Driveline Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering for Driveline Production lines and the general assembly of our electric drive units. The opening will be located at our Normal, IL facility and report directly to the Sr. Manager, Driveline Series Engineering.
Responsibilities
* Provide liaison between Driveline Product Development and Manufacturing Engineering for Driveline Production lines and general assembly of electric drive units to ensure constant communication
* Support resolving issues from the Driveline production lines with the manufacturing team
* Troubleshoot issues with Testing that occurs during manufacturing and issues on driveline production lines along with the manufacturing team
* Responsible to resolve product design-related issues by working with DREs
* Represent Driveline Product Engineering in decision-making on part deviation and non-conformance issues
* Provide daily build status and captured issues from the production line
* Participate in Problem Issue and Resolution Meetings
* Work with the engineering quality team to implement quality assurance checkpoints for prototype and production builds
* Participate in meetings with cross-functional teams (Plant Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, etc.) to represent the Driveline engineering group
* Lead Driveline cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives related to assembly
* Coordinate supplier visits to the plant to ensure that any activities requiring supplier intervention are completed with the supplier in-house
Qualifications
* BS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
* Minimum 3-5 years of increasing responsibility at a manufacturing plant or product development environment in the automotive industry
* Knowledge of manufacturing process, DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R development, APQP
* Proficient with 3D CAD CATIA software
* Understanding of GD&T, Root Cause Analysis, Statistics/Data Analysis
* Verbal and written communication / negotiation skills (Product to Plant / Suppliers to Product)
* Strong leadership and problem-solving skills with action oriented mindset and issue resolution
* Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
* Some domestic travel (~10%) may be required to support development and Supplier readiness
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at .
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Equal Opportnity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at accessibility@rivian.com.
