Sr. Remanufacturing Technician

Rivian•Shepherdsville, KY

About The Position

Working together with your team, the Sr. Remanufacturing Technician will be responsible for the disassembly and reassembly of selected Rivian powertrain and electric components returned from Service Centers. You will safely and accurately record the condition of returned components during the disassembly of EV propulsion systems (HV battery packs, Drive Units, and Power Electronics). During remanufacturing and reassembly, the Sr. Remanufacturing Technician will be responsible for recording critical data to track reliability and quality. Ideal candidates would be one who is open to new ideas and loves to continuously learn. To be successful in this role you must have a customer-first approach, a quality core, and a team centered mentality.

Requirements

Automotive Technology Degree, certification, or equivalent experience
Two to four years as an Engineering Technician, Diagnostic Technician, or mechanical or electrical production experience
Fundamental understanding of mechanical power transmission (gears, bearings, lash, lubrication, etc.) and knowledge of EV powertrains preferred
Fundamental understanding of high and low voltage electrical circuits, including electric motors and high voltage batteries
Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical assembly drawings is valued
Strong, verbal, and written communication and organization skills
Detail oriented with the inclination to stop and consider the big picture where necessary
When necessary, able to convert to a production-oriented mindset and to meet output requirements.
Ability to support alternate shifts and work schedules if needed
No drug or alcohol related driving incidents in the last 3 years
No more than 1 serious moving violation in the last 3 years
Must have a valid driver's license in the state of residence that you will be driving/operating a vehicle
Will be subject to continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring
Ability to stand for 8-10 hours per day
Frequent use of hands to handle or feel material during quality inspections and performing day to day responsibilities
Occasionally required to climb, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch
Required to communicate using telephone and/or e-mail
Ability to read, view, and interpret documents such as safety rules, SOPs, and repair instructions
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to perform all duties in a working environment that may contain dust, high noise levels, hot and cold weather

Responsibilities

Primarily responsible for technical analysis and initial triage of field return parts
Actively support and help develop remanufacturing processes, launch, ramp, and future deployments
Perform technical analyses, document issues, prioritize and escalate to the appropriate assignee
Accurately and clearly communicate detailed steps taken to verify issues
Meet production goals
Support cross-functional teams to identify the root cause of issues
Perform part receiving tests, repairs, and end of line tests – at all complexity levels
Support campaign and containment activities
Perform work in accordance with standard methods, while identifying continuous improvement opportunities that do not compromise quality or safety
Support production activities as necessary.
Embody a collaborative team spirit in an ever-changing environment – working with field service, production, and product development teams to strengthening organizational learning
Promote and maintain a safe and organized (5S) working environment
Additional plant support, including travel, may be required depending on business need