Full-Time

Technical Program Manager

Posted on 3/15/2023

Rivian

Rivian

10,001+ employees

Electric vehicle manufacturer focused on sustainability

Automotive & Transportation
Hardware

Compensation Overview

$168,000 - $193,000

Mid, Senior

Irvine, CA, USA

Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Master's/Bachelor's degree in engineering/technology/business
  • Minimum 5+ years of technical program management or relevant experience
  • Detailed knowledge of product development process from design, development, validation and integration
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills at all working levels, internally and externally
  • Proven experience driving progress on multiple projects across multiple locations and timelines
  • Ability to manage ambiguity, create clarity and push for prioritization by risk
  • Strong ability to humbly lead by influence and by example
  • Proven ability to solve complex problems, work with ambiguity and be self-motivated
  • Experienced with implementing and refining new processes
  • Travel as needed to support builds
Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS) team to create and manage engineering schedules, prototype and production supplier schedules to support overall vehicle program milestones and deliverables
  • Constantly identify programmatic risks, critical dependencies, and work to mitigate and reduce exposure
  • Provide timely escalation of technical, timing, or resource issues/risks to Engineering and Vehicle leadership teams
  • Drive engineering teams towards containment and resolution of issues raised from design reviews, virtual builds, and build events to protect the program's schedule to start of production (SOP) and ongoing production
  • Maintain supplier relationships in collaboration with Supply Chain team to ensure timely deliveries for build events
  • Drive x-functional collaboration between studio design, structures, interiors, electrical, mechanical engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver an exceptional product across our program line-up
  • Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the position

Rivian fosters a culture of courage, optimism, and grit, attracting a diverse team of adventurous individuals committed to making a positive global impact. The company's competitive advantage lies in its meticulous attention to vehicle capability, considering factors like tires, drive modes, and HVAC settings to optimize performance. As a leader in the automotive industry, Rivian's dedication to environmental sustainability and technical precision sets it apart from competitors.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$25.3B

Headquarters

Irvine, California

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

24%

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.

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