Senior Process Technician - Cell Engineering Lab

<div class="content-intro"><p>Rivian&nbsp;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.&nbsp;</p> <p>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.&nbsp;</p></div><p><strong>Responsibilities:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Be a core member of the Cell Engineering Laboratory supporting multiple cell engineering programs concurrently. Contribute to process optimization and the development of industry leading manufacturing methods.</li> <li>Execute DOEs on battery manufacturing processes (e.g. mixing, coating, calendaring, notching, welding, stacking, electrolyte fill, and cell assembly) with cross-functional engineers in R&amp;D laboratory or pilot manufacturing scale equipment. Be responsible for equipment setup, controllably varying process parameters, data collection, and archiving results.</li> <li>Maintain equipment and measurement quality through established methods including reference sample checks, calibration, and preventative maintenance actions.</li> <li>Develop training and methods to ensure laboratory safety.</li> <li>Support multiple R&amp;D and pilot scale manufacturing efforts concurrently in a dynamic collaborative team.&nbsp;</li> <li>Consult with manufacturing engineers on validation tests, D/PFMEA, and new process development.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelors/Masters degree in Chemistry, Chemical or Electrochemical Engineering or Materials Science, or similar technical field.</li> <li>5+ years of experience in a laboratory-based R&amp;D or manufacturing environment. Experience with lithium-ion battery-specific R&amp;D is a plus.</li> <li>3+ years of hands-on experience with pilot or mass production scale battery cell process equipment (e.g. mixers, coaters, calendars, slitters, stackers, notchers, tab welders, electrolyte fillers, cell sealers, and test tools).</li> <li>Broad yet detailed knowledge of cell manufacturing processes, key independent variables in these processes, how to measure them, and their potential impacts.</li> <li>Knowledge of the fundamentals of lithium-ion battery materials.</li> <li>A drive to answer the most relevant R&amp;D questions by measuring key properties in the most accurate and reproducible way</li> <li>A “safety-first” mindset and excellent laboratory housekeeping skills</li> <li>Passion for supporting others with compassion and humility</li> <li>Critical problem-solving skills: ability to ask the right people, the right questions at the right time in the right way</li> <li>Curiosity: demonstrate a level of interest that motivates skills growth</li> <li>Execution: demonstrate follow through as much as attention as problem solving</li> <li>Structured: utilize methodical frameworks and documentation to achieve goals harmoniously</li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><h4>Equal Opportunity</h4> <p>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.</p> <p>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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=Application%20to%20Rivian%20-%20Assistance%20Request">[email protected]</a>.</p> <h4>Privacy</h4> <p>We take your privacy seriously. For details please see our&nbsp;<a class="c-link" href="https://rivian.com/legal/candidate-privacy-notice" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="https://rivian.com/legal/candidate-privacy-notice" data-sk="tooltip_parent">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.</strong></p></div>