Test Operations Specialist

Rivian•Wittmann, AZ

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Test Operations Specialist will support the Test & Development Workshop and Engineering Teams. This role works directly with various engineering teams to understand upcoming testing needs in order to advise on resource support, availability and allocation. Requires high-level ability to proactively plan, execute and collaborate with invested stakeholders.

Requirements

3+ years of technical experience in the automotive industry; EV experience is a plus.
2+ years of experience in a service advisor, dispatch, or lead role
Strong automotive mechanical understanding
Strong familiarity with work management systems and custom spreadsheets
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write professional reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of stakeholders or employees within the organization.
Ability to solve problems and deal with ambiguity in situations with limited standardization.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to communicate/operate in a high-pressure environment.
Minimum age of 21
No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License (within a 3-5 year period)
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

Nice To Haves

Experience in a R&D or startup position is a plus
Atlassian, G-Suite, Microsoft 360 experience a plus

Responsibilities

Support the Test and Development operations team with task planning, workload management, facility organization, and parts procurement/inventory support.
Support workshop management with project forecasting and resource planning.
Responsible for program deliverables status.
Organize necessary supplies and parts based on workload and workshop infrastructure projects
Maintain a high level of communication with workshop manager, operations team members, other test and development locations, and workshop stakeholders
Assist in documenting all work performed as well as facility needs per EHS and project-based requirements
Maintaining inventory lists and maintenance schedules of tools and equipment
Provide feedback on current workshop procedures and support adjustments and improvements
Build and maintain a network of connections across the organization to achieve tasks effectively
Creating and managing timelines for larger projects
Perform other duties as assigned, requested and needed
Potential to travel 20%