at Rivian Automotive, LLC in Normal, Illinois, United States
Job Description
About Rivian
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.
Role Summary
As the Staff Manufacturing Engineer - Drive Unit, Rotor, you will design and implement all rotor manufacturing processes and equipment at Rivian's Drive Unit shop. In this role, you will lead the development of new manufacturing line infrastructure, guide best manufacturing practices for product design, own new process development and equipment design/implementation at our Normal, IL facility, and own the planning and launch of a new greenfield facility in East Atlanta, GA. The role is located at our Normal, IL facility and will report directly to the Sr Manager, Manufacturing Engineering.
Responsibilities
Join the team developing and commissioning the next-generation drive unit manufacturing lines for Rivian!
Lead and manage rotor assembly line equipment engineering from initial concepting through full-scale production and handover
Collaborate within ME and Plant cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination and execution of projects.
Work with Product Development and Supplier development teams to validate supplier capabilities and help develop supplied material specifications for manufacturability
Support project production line project through Design, FAT and SAT
Responsible for successful project execution measured in terms of cost, safety, 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
Develop equipment and process specifications, assess vendor capabilities and lead supplier sourcing efforts based on data
Provide in-depth design for manufacturing (DFM) feedback to the Product Engineering team to ensure that assembly processes are cost-efficient, robust and high-quality - GD&T alignment for fabrication, metrology and assembly
Lead research and development activities for new manufacturing technologies that address existing 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
Provide technical expertise and support to enable the Operations team to succeed including training, documentation and trouble-shooting
Identify and drive corrective actions for process quality and performance issues
This position requires up to 25% travel
Qualifications
Bachelors/Masters/PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, or similar technical field - preferred, or equivalent work experience
5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering
Experience with magnet feeding and insertion, rotor balancing systems preferred; drive unit, e-axle, and transmission manufacturing engineering experience a plus
Preferred Qualifications
Deep experience in manufacturing engineering and production challenges - demonstrated ability to scope, design, commission and hand over manufacturing lines to sustaining groups
Knowledgeable in high and low volume manufacturing (APQP, prototyping, GD&T, OEE, equipment and supplier selection, DFM, 8D, process capability, CAD and PLM systems)
Proficient in complex electro-mechanical system design, drive unit in particular
Proficient in process characterization and validation using statistical tools
Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment
Experience creating process... For full info follow application link.
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.
