Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Technician II - Pilot (Interconnect)

Rivian • Tustin, CA

8h • $33 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Technician II on our Battery Pilot Team. This role supports production development of our current and future builds for vehicle battery packs. We currently work directly with multiple cross functional teams to provide test assets for vehicle and program development. Pilot Battery Packs are built in Tustin CA on a semi-manual production line where we also support trials for future production intended equipment. This role is located in Tustin, CA and reports directly to the Sr. Manufacturing Engineering Lead.

Requirements

• Associate degree, trade school, military technical training or equivalent experience
• 4-6+ years as an Engineering Technician or similar role
• 4-6+ years of experience with relevant technologies such as transmissions, electric motors, E-Axle, or IC engines
• Expertise in technologies such as sensors, electronics, controls, pneumatics, valves, and mechanisms
• Exposure to end of line testing, dyno controls, and other testing scenarios
• Understand wiring diagrams, schematics, assembly drawings, mechanical component drawings
• Understanding of 5S in the workplace
• Technical desire and aptitude to learn new products and teach or mentor others
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Demonstrate knowledge of basic workshop etiquette, shop safety, and provide verbal and written communication across multiple departments
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to variety of technologies
• Advanced knowledge of computers and Productivity tools (Microsoft Office, Google, etc)
• Mastery of mechanical fabrication tools such as drill presses, saws, mills, hand tools, etc

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience in laser welding is a plus
• Understanding of materials and its weldability especially of steel, aluminum, and copper in similar and dissimilar metal (steel/aluminum, steel/copper, aluminum/copper) laser welding applications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the design for manufacturability of battery interconnects for future vehicle programs
• Perform various DOE’s for continued laser welding process optimization to increase yield and throughput.
• Lead area level support for Prototype Manufacturing Engineering by building complex mechanical and electrical assemblies.
• Ability to create engineering drawings, specifications, schematics, diagrams, and written descriptions
• Highly detail oriented and be able to create reports and record project build data both at the part level and system level
• Maintain a clean and professional workspace
• Help the team balance and prioritize multiple tasks
• Design, fabricate, and/or modify existing prototype components/fixtures
• Provide feedback and suggestions to new and/or improved workshop standards, protocols, and processes
• Keep the lab space organized and equipped with supplies with a future state vision for your area
• Build, collaborate, and set up test rigs for mechanical and electrical tests across multiple teams
• Works a flexible schedule as required for executing projects

Benefits

• The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees.
• You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements.
• Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment.
• Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
• More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree