Sr. Process Engineer - Battery

<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>Job Summary: </strong></p> <p>Support our battery module and battery pack production through process optimization, equipment troubleshooting, work standardization, and continuous improvement efforts while maintaining Rivian established safety standards.</p> <p><strong>This is what you’ll do:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support production teams through process and equipment related troubleshooting/continuous improvement.</li> <li>Develop recovery/troubleshooting best practices and procedures for production team to increase equipment availability</li> <li>Investigate assembly issues and implement solutions by reviewing product design, established processes, and equipment/tooling effectiveness</li> <li>Coordinate engineering changes and new program launches</li> <li>Review, interpret, and summarize statistical data to drive process improvement</li> <li>Determine the ‘Best Practice’ process approach of material, tooling, equipment, and labor process</li> <li>Develop work instructions, standardized work, process flow, and process documentation to ensure manufacturing process is being followed</li> <li>Work with design engineering team to develop and establish a design that lends itself to high volume production while ensuring quality during the manufacturing process</li> <li>Work with manufacturing engineering team to commission and optimize next generation battery module and battery pack assembly equipment</li> <li>Perform time analysis using a standard motion time system (MODAPTS), estimate production times, manage staffing requirements, manage labor costs, and drive line balancing</li> <li>Coordinate with team to determine and introduce optimum plant layout, equipment, tooling, and racking in Battery Assembly to achieve maximum efficiency</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>This is what you’ll need:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Must have good communication skills – both verbal and written.</li> <li>Hands-on experience with supporting production equipment (Mechanical, electrical, control systems, automation, robotics, adhesives systems, etc. )</li> <li>Experience in using 2D &amp; 3D Modeling tools (AutoCAD, CATIA/ENOVIA)</li> <li>Experience and/or Knowledge in DOE, Geometric Dimensioning &amp; Tolerance, Torque Tooling, Error Proofing, and PFMEA</li> <li>Experience and/or certification in Six Sigma DMAIC (optional), Lean Assembly Principles, Time Studies using MTM or MODAPTS,</li> <li>Working knowledge in Excel, Word, Power point, and Outlook programs.</li> <li>Creative problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Ability to meet deadlines.</li> <li>Strong team orientation and cross functional attitude.</li> <li>Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline&nbsp;</li> <li>Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma etc experience is a plus.</li> <li>Prefer 5+ years engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing operation, preferably automotive / battery manufacturing</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>*** Looking for flexibility for both first and second shifts. ***</u></strong></p><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. 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