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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.
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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
Sr. Manufacturing Engineer will be closely integrated into the manufacturing verticals, working with both Manufacturing Engineering and Operations teams. Ideal candidate will have 3+ years of hands-on experience in automated process design, equipment specification, system configuration, parameter optimization, and in process monitoring in automotive or related industry.
Responsibilities
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- \nPartner with production operations engineers and leaders to ensure successful ramp and long-term production \n \n
- \nBring up and commission dozens of Rivian Laser Welding Stations \n \n
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- \nImprove yield and availability of laser stations from current ~70-85% range to 95%+ range. \n \n
- \nPerform continued laser welding process optimization to increase yield and throughput \n \n
- \nDevelop laser weld parameters to ensure robust and good quality welds that meets engineering requirement \n \n
- \nProvide production feedback to design engineering teams to ensure manufacturability of product without compromising functionality and performance \n \n
- \nLead and assist production in all quality and process related laser weld topics and issues \n \n
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- \nLead and implement weld control plans and requirements \n \n
- \nAssist and develop PM procedures, PFMEA, weld training program and champion the training practices \n \n
- \nBe responsible for and ensure safety, quality, cost, timing & throughput targets are being achieved on all projects \n \n
Qualifications
- \nBachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar technical field. \n
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- \n3-5 years of experience in engineering role, experience with micro laser welding applications is a plus. \n \n
- \nExperience with Catia/Solidworks \n \n
- \nUnderstanding of materials and its weldability especially of steel, aluminum, and copper in similar and dissimilar metal (steel/aluminum, steel/copper, aluminum/copper) laser welding applications is preferred. \n \n
- \nKnowledge of tooling impacts to the laser welding process, the pros and cons of different laser equipment of optics (Trumpf, Precitec, Blackbird, Lessmüller, Scansonic etc.), fiber/disc laser sources (N-Light, Trumpf, IPG, etc), in-line process or post-weld monitoring systems (LWM, WeldMaster, weldeys, weldcheck, etc) is a plus \n \n
- \nExceptional verbal and written communication skills. \n \n
- \nExperienced in working within 2D & 3D CAD environments. \n \n
- \nDemonstrated experience in laser welding is a plus\n \n
- \nKnowledgeable in high and low volume manufacturing skills (Cycle time, quality control, efficiency, equipment selection, return on investment, etc). \n \n
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- \nDemonstrate ability to solve complex technical problems and see the solution implemented to a high level of accuracy & quality. \n \n
- \nAbility to follow general guidance on deliverables and self-guided to develop a path to completion. \n \n
- \nCapable of working as a member of a team across several cross functional disciplines, including vendors. \n \n
Equal Opportunity
\nRivian 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.
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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 candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
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