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Rivian
Sr. Process Engineer, Battery Nights
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A Production Engineer combines knowledge of manufacturing technology and engineering sciences with management theory. Designs the production steps, defines and monitors resources needed, and evaluates efficiency of the overall process.
$90,678 / year median in Illinois
+2% projected growth
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 The Sr. Process Engineer position at Rivian will support our battery module and battery pack production through process optimization, equipment troubleshooting, work standardization, and continuous improvement efforts while maintaining Rivian established safety standards. Shift Flexibility is required for these engineers. The opening is located at our Normal, IL facility and reports directly to the Process Engineer Manager of Battery. 3:30pm
- 12:00am
- Subject to change based on business needs Responsibilities Coordinate engineering changes and new program launches Review, interpret, and summarize statistical data to drive process improvement Determine the 'Best Practice' process approach of material, tooling, equipment, and labor process Develop work instructions, standardized work, process flow, and process documentation to ensure the manufacturing process is being followed Work with the design engineering team to develop and establish a design that lends itself to high-volume production while ensuring quality during the manufacturing process Work with the manufacturing engineering team to commission and optimize next-generation battery module and battery pack assembly equipment Perform time analysis using a standard motion time system (MODAPTS), estimate production times, manage staffing requirements, manage labor costs, and drive line balancing Coordinate with the team to determine and introduce optimum plant layout, equipment, tooling, and racking in Battery Assembly to achieve maximum efficiency Support production teams through process and equipment-related troubleshooting/continuous improvement Develop recovery/troubleshooting best practices and procedures for production team to increase equipment availability Investigate assembly issues and implement solutions by reviewing product design, established processes, and equipment/tooling effectiveness Qualifications Must have good communication skills•both verbal and written Hands-on experience with supporting production equipment (Mechanical, electrical, control systems, automation, robotics, adhesives systems, etc.
CAD, CATIA/ENOVIA
) Experience and/or Knowledge in DOE, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance, Torque Tooling, Error Proofing, and PFMEA Experience and/or certification in Six Sigma DMAIC (optional), Lean Assembly Principles, Time Studies using MTM or MODAPTS Keyence Vision Experience Preferred Working knowledge in Excel, Word, Power point, and Outlook programs Creative problem-solving skills Ability to meet deadlines Strong team orientation and cross functional attitude Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline and/or equivalent experience preferred Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma experience is a plus Prefer 3-5+ years engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing operation, preferably automotive / battery manufacturing Ability to stand for 8-12 hours per day Required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Ability to lift and carry at least 25 pounds Ability to perform all duties in a working environment that may contain dust, high noise levels, and hot and cold weather Pay Disclosure The salary range for this role is $98,500- $123,100 for Illinois based applicants.
Our Hiring Process:
To ensure transparency, we want candidates to know that Rivian uses iCIMS Talent Cloud Artificial Intelligence (TCAI) and AI-enabled tools to assist with screening, reviewing, organizing and highlighting profiles and applications that match the key requirements for each role. AI does not make hiring decisions: Qualified candidate applications are reviewed by a member of our team, and all decisions throughout the process are made by humans. We use AI to support efficiency and consistency, not to replace human judgment. We are committed to a fair, thoughtful, and equitable experience for every candidate. Participation in AI profile matching is entirely voluntary. If you prefer that your profile not be used in this process, you can opt out at any time. Opting out means your profile will be excluded from automated matching and will not be surfaced for additional roles through this system. Your current application remains active and will not be affected in any way. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.Qualifications:
Must have good communication skills- both verbal and written Hands-on experience with supporting production equipment (Mechanical, electrical, control systems, automation, robotics, adhesives systems, etc.