Sr. Battery Prototype Technician III

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.

Responsibilities

• Own the design, fabrication, and set-up of complex HV battery and mechanical test devices with minimal direction from engineering or supervisor
• Demonstrate safety-first principles and deliver exceptional quality of work
• Independently analyze existing test setups and procedures, and develop innovative cost and efficiency solutions
• Review and interpret engineering schematics and wiring diagrams
• Debug HV electrical and/or mechanical test issues and identify quality improvement opportunities
• Perform post-test inspections and data review as requested by project stakeholders, and ensure the work product meets the test objective/needs
• Communicate cross functionally any test deviations and resolve any concerns with active testing
• Safe and proper use of mechanical and inspection tools such as drills, saws, torque drivers, electrical DVOMs as required
• Maintaining a safe, organized, and clean workspace is mandatory
• Availability for up to 20% travel

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required, STEM AA degree or technical school preferred
• 5+ years of experience as a high voltage Battery Prototype or Test Technician
• Experience working with dynamics equipment and software e.g., shaker table and Crystal Instruments is a plus
• Working knowledge of battery test equipment and software e.g., test cycler, isolation meter, Enerchron, CANalyzer
• Thriving in a fast-paced and dynamic team environment
• Be flexible and willing to zoom out and perform different job functions
• Ability to work independently as needed
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to communicate ideas and concerns clearly and concisely; high energy and self-motivated
• Demonstrated passion and ability to learn new skills quickly
• Physical qualifications: able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Standard 40 hours with overtime when necessary

Pay Disclosure

Hourly Range for California Based Applicants: $47.33/hr. - $59.16/hr. (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment.