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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
In this role you will be responsible for performing materials characterization and maintaining analytical instruments/equipment to support Rivian’s cell development program. You will work closely with engineers and cross-functional teams to execute multi-tasks in cell engineering lab.
Responsibilities
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- Join Rivian’s Cell Laboratory team supporting Rivian’s multiple battery development programs. \n
- Work closely with engineers to execute on material evaluation tasks that drive design and product validation. \n
- Execute DOEs for cell, component, and active materials characterization. Be responsible for sampling, pre-treatment, processing samples, collecting data, and archiving. \n
- Establish and execute SOPs for physical and chemical characterization techniques, such SEM, XRD, BET, PSA, KF titration, TGA, FTIR, ICP, and GCMS. etc. \n
- Own specific laboratory processes and equipment for cell and materials characterization. \n
- Maintain analytical instruments and measurement quality through established methods including reference sample checks, calibration, and preventative maintenance actions. \n
- Support multiple R&D and pilot scale manufacturing efforts concurrently in a dynamic collaborative team. \n
- Follow and implement safety protocols in the laboratory environment. \n
- Champion Rivian culture within the cross functional team and ensure team cohesion. \n
Qualifications
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- Bachelors degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, mechanical engineering, or other associated disciplines with 2+ years of work experience as a technologist or technician, ideally working with battery cells or other electronic or electrochemical devices. \n
- Experience in a laboratory-based R&D or manufacturing environment. Experience with lithium-ion battery R&D is a plus. \n
- Direct hands-on experience with materials characterization techniques such as SEM, XRD, BET, PSA, KF titration, TGA, FTIR, ICP, GCMS, as well as emerging methods. \n
- A drive to answer the most relevant R&D questions by measuring key properties in the most accurate and reproducible way. \n
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to share information cross-functionally across the team. \n
- Highly organized and capable of working in a dynamic environment and executing consistently at a high level. \n
- Ability to advance mutliple complex projects in parallel and communicate (and remediate) obstacles along the way. \n
- A “safety-first” mindset and excellent laboratory housekeeping skills. \n
- Passion for teamwork, communication, and supporting others. \n
Pay Disclosure
Salary Range for California-Based Applicants: $104,000-120,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, and other factors permitted by law).
\nBenefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premium
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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