Vehicle Engineering Labs Senior Operations Engineer

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. 

The Vehicle Engineering Labs Sr. Operations Engineer is responsible for supporting operations at Rivian’s Torrance range testing facility. This role includes daily testing support, scheduling, equipment calibration and preventive maintenance, and requires a focus on continuous improvement of testing processes.

• Support the commissioning of new equipment and testing facilities.
• Develop, document, and implement testing, maintenance, and calibration procedures in compliance with CFR Title 40 Part 1066, and internal environmental, health, and safety (EHS) requirements.
• Provide daily operations support.
• Manage the test request system and schedule, and coordinate with test facility customers.
• Plan and help execute preventive maintenance activities.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs). Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve test quality, ensure on-time delivery, minimize unplanned downtime, and maximize customer satisfaction

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university; strong engineering fundamentals required.
• 5+ years of automotive testing experience; experience with operating and maintaining climate chamber and chassis dynamometer range or emissions testing facilities preferred.
• Experience with instrumentation, data acquisition, and post-processing.
• Working knowledge of automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet) and relevant debugging tools.
• A proven track record of problem-solving and independent root cause analysis.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to produce clear, organized, and timely documentation.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Strong interest in automotive

Salary Range for California Based Applicants: $154,000 - $192,500 (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. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.

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 candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.

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