Sr. Manager, Vehicle EOL Integration and Test Engineering

Rivian•Normal, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Rivian is seeking a Sr. Manager, Vehicle EOL Integration & Test Engineering to lead the organization responsible for integrating vehicle functionality, factory systems, and comprehensive test capabilities into a robust production environment. This leader will bridge vehicle engineering, manufacturing engineering, controls, quality, operations, and service teams to ensure every vehicle is functionally validated and ready to ship. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical and people leader who can translate complex vehicle and factory requirements into scalable end-of-line test strategies, resilient functional integration processes, and disciplined launch execution. This role is based on-site in Normal, Illinois and requires close partnership with factory leadership and cross-functional engineering teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree is a plus
10+ years of experience in automotive, aerospace, industrial automation, electronics manufacturing, or a comparable complex production environment
5+ years of experience leading technical teams, including managers and senior engineers
Demonstrated experience with vehicle systems validation, diagnostics, end-of-line testing, or comprehensive manufacturing test systems
Experience launching or scaling production systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of test strategy, requirements management, configuration control, defect triage, and production data analysis
Experience integrating factory test systems and equipment with vehicle platforms, manufacturing execution systems, databases, or plant networks
Ability to lead through ambiguity, make timely decisions, and communicate effectively with both technical and executive audiences
Willingness to work on-site in Normal, Illinois and support production launches, critical issue resolution, and occasional off-shift activities when needed

Nice To Haves

Experience with automotive manufacturing, vehicle systems validation, diagnostics, or functional commissioning
Experience with CAN, LIN, Ethernet, UDS, or similar vehicle communication and diagnostic protocols
Familiarity with automated test equipment, National Instruments or comparable platforms, PLC/controls integration, and industrial networking
Experience with manufacturing execution systems, test databases, cloud-connected production data, or digital traceability
Working knowledge of software development practices, APIs, version control, CI/CD concepts, and release management
Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, statistical process control, or structured problem-solving methods
Track record of leading new product introduction, plant transformation, or major factory test system deployments

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of managers and engineers responsible for factory functional test integration, validation systems, diagnostics, and production readiness
Own the strategy and execution of functional testing across vehicle build, commissioning, end-of-line, rework, and audit processes
Establish factory functional testing standards spanning vehicle configuration, systems validation, diagnostics, test sequencing, traceability, and data capture
Partner with Vehicle Engineering and Software teams to convert design intent and test requirements into manufacturable, repeatable production processes
Drive launch readiness for new vehicle programs, major software and system updates, plant changes, and process upgrades, including validation plans, cutover plans, and issue containment
Define and manage requirements for test equipment, fixtures, automation, network interfaces, manufacturing execution systems, and production data infrastructure
Create a closed-loop approach to test failures by improving fault isolation, diagnostic coverage, repair guidance, retest logic, and feedback to engineering
Lead cross-functional resolution of complex functional, controls, and manufacturing issues, balancing production continuity with long-term corrective action
Establish technical reviews, change-control processes, release criteria, and escalation mechanisms that protect safety, quality, throughput, and customer experience
Use production data and manufacturing analytics to identify test escapes, recurring failure modes, cycle-time opportunities, and process capability improvements
Ensure processes and systems meet applicable safety, quality, cybersecurity, traceability, and change-management expectations
Build strong relationships with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, IT/OT, Service, and external equipment and technology partners