Staff Quality Engineer @ Rivian

Staff Quality Engineer

Launch

Posted on 2/5/2023

INACTIVE

Locations

Normal, IL, USA

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, Engineering, Business, or similar field/equivalent experience
6+ years of quality experience in production or engineering environment
3+ years' experience launching products from prototype into series production
Production Operations Knowledge - Has a firm understanding of how complex production lines operate including production control, material handling, supply chain, quality, and production team
Understanding of how the manufacturing validation process runs in relation to complex new products that stretch across various engineer teams and manufacturing centers/factories (methodology, validation plans, associated KPIs)
Experienced/High proficiency in AIAG Core Tools and significant CQI publications and standards
Demonstrated project management skills
Hands-on experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and testing methodologies
In-depth understanding of technical documentation
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (8D or similar method problem solving experience)
Proficient in MS Office, Minitab, email, etc
Must be able to travel at least 20%, travel may increase in time
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Responsibilities

Ensure readiness for execution of development builds, as well as successful factory product launches for different vehicle platforms
Participate in and lead, various cross-functional Program and Manufacturing Readiness forums. Provide clear updates on status and recovery plans as necessary at both working and executive level by being able to interact, integrate, and drive results across teams in design, manufacturing engineering, supply chain, manufacturing quality, production operations, production control, service, etc
Able to provide project status, summary, and issue resolution tracking reports
Help plan, organize, and orchestrate pre-launch build activities
Facilitate ramp management with operations teams, identify all needed activities and coordinate the execution and risk mitigation of those activities according to New Model Operational Plans
Help the operations readiness workstream, ensuring they meet target objectives and escalate/develop recovery plans as needed
Improve product/process quality by defining/implementing recommendations for change
Help set detailed guidelines on Quality standards and Builds KPIs
Identify the root of technical issues, recommend and implement fixes
Monitor and steer systematic problems through operations system (Rivian Concern System)

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.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Launch Quality, Staff Engineer, will be a cross-functional role that ties together Product Development, Engineering and Operations organizations to bring new vehicles to life. In this role, you will partner with Design, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Production Control, Manufacturing & Process Engineering team from validation of design intent to the start of production ensuring that all branches of quality functions are ready to deliver high-quality vehicles to our customers. You will be responsible for the generation of a strategic plans to improve the business quality processes, help creating the company’s quality standards and testing systems to reflect efficiency, reliability, and performance on a vehicle platform level. In addition, the creation of documentation that reports concerns related to the launch and proposals to close those items. This opening is located at our Normal, IL facility and will report directly to the Manager of Launch Quality.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure readiness for execution of development builds, as well as successful factory product launches for different vehicle platforms.
Participate in and lead, various cross-functional Program and Manufacturing Readiness forums. Provide clear updates on status and recovery plans as necessary at both working and executive level by being able to interact, integrate, and drive results across teams in design, manufacturing engineering, supply chain, manufacturing quality, production operations, production control, service, etc.
Able to provide project status, summary, and issue resolution tracking reports.
Help plan, organize, and orchestrate pre-launch build activities.
Facilitate ramp management with operations teams, identify all needed activities and coordinate the execution and risk mitigation of those activities according to New Model Operational Plans.
Help the operations readiness workstream, ensuring they meet target objectives and escalate/develop recovery plans as needed.
Improve product/process quality by defining/implementing recommendations for change.
Help set detailed guidelines on Quality standards and Builds KPIs.
Identify the root of technical issues, recommend and implement fixes.
Monitor and steer systematic problems through operations system (Rivian Concern System).

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree, Engineering, Business, or similar field/equivalent experience.
6+ years of quality experience in production or engineering environment.
3+ years’ experience launching products from prototype into series production
Production Operations Knowledge - Has a firm understanding of how complex production lines operate including production control, material handling, supply chain, quality, and production team.
Understanding of how the manufacturing validation process runs in relation to complex new products that stretch across various engineer teams and manufacturing centers/factories (methodology, validation plans, associated KPIs).
Experienced/High proficiency in AIAG Core Tools and significant CQI publications and standards.
Demonstrated project management skills.
Hands-on experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and testing methodologies.
In-depth understanding of technical documentation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (8D or similar method problem solving experience)
Proficient in MS Office, Minitab, email, etc.
Must be able to travel at least 20%, travel may increase in time
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

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 [email protected].

Candidate Data Privacy

Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.

10,001+ employees

Website

Electric vehicles manufacturer

Automotive

Company Overview

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. The company believes there is a more responsible way to explore the world and is determined to make the transition to sustainable transportation an exciting one. Rivian designed their emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles to challenge what's possible.

Benefits

Ownership for All: We offer every employee the opportunity to own Rivian stock through equity programs, supporting their financial wellness.
Mental and Emotional Wellness: We provide employees and their families access to mental wellness platforms and our Employees Assistance Program
Fertility and Family Planning: We support diverse family-building journeys, providing employees with benefits such as paid parental leave and financial support for adoption, fertility treatments or surrogacy.
Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages driven by mutual investment in our long-term growth and success.
Career Development: We enable all employees to own their development. Continuous learning opportunities and tuition reimbursement help drive performance, boost engagement and develop future leaders.
Transgender Benefits: In alignment with WPATH guidelines, our 2022 plans provide coverage toward medical, pharmacy and cosmetic needs.

Company Core Values

A diverse workforce
Embracing active allyship
Purpose-driven partnerships
Supporting our team