About Rivian
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
This role serves as the technician lead and overseer of the Durability Instrumentation & Analysis Lab (DIAL), owning the instrumentation strategy for vehicle durability. As a subject matter expert (SME) technician within the organization, you own the instrumentation strategy for vehicle durability. You move beyond standard instrumentation to defining the sensor suite that ensures high-fidelity data is used to validate vehicle life and performance. You provide critical technical leadership by overseeing all durability instrumentation assets, managing lab operations, and mentoring the technician team to maintain the highest standards of data integrity.
Responsibilities
* Act as the primary authority for the Durability Instrumentation & Analysis Lab (DIAL),
managing equipment inventory, maintenance, and the strategic deployment of assets for
critical vehicle programs.
* Serve as the primary lead for large-scale Road Load Data Acquisition (RLDA) and 329
rig road simulation data collection, ensuring that the physical data captured aligns with
the required durability attribute targets.
* Utilize SolidWorks and precision machining (Bridgeport, Lathe, Welding) to design and
manufacture custom transducers and specialized test fixtures required for unique
attribute validation.
* Move beyond executing pre-defined procedures to develop and refine internal standards
for sensor application, wiring, and DAQ programming.
* Serve as the lead mentor for the technician team, elevating the department's technical
rigor through training on advanced strain gauge application and complex system
troubleshooting.
* Oversee the integration of onboard vehicle data (CAN) with high-speed external sensors
(WFTs, accelerometers, strain gauges) to provide a holistic view of vehicle performance
under load.
Qualifications
* 10+ years of experience in instrumentation, data acquisition, and physical testing within
an R&D or automotive environment.
* Expert-level proficiency in installing and troubleshooting complex sensors, including
multi-axis strain gauges and Wheel Force Transducers (WFT).
* Mastery of precision fabrication, including MIG/TIG welding and machining, to support
the creation of custom test articles.
* Proficiency in DAQ hardware/software and CAD software for designing test-critical
components and custom fixtures.
* Proven track record of managing lab environments and mentoring junior technical staff.
* Deep knowledge of not only what the sensors measure but how they work and the
fundamental limitations.
Pay Disclosure
The hourly rate for this role is $43.00/Hr to $54.00/Hr for Michigan based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs.
The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian's 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com.
You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee).
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,... For full info follow application link.
Equal Opportnity
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].
