Role SummaryResponsible for ensuring body structure service parts for Rivian vehicles are accurately defined in PLM systems and evaluating Service impact of new updated part designs as they are introduced. This role will require high levels of initiative, independent judgement and cross-team collaboration. Must be able to complete projects in a compressed timeline.
Responsibilities- Partner with Service NPI to determine feasibility of parts initially identified by Service Engineering team
- Work with part suppliers to communicate technical requirements and address questions
- Create BOMs, CADs, and drawings of body service parts within PLM systems for Rivian vehicles
- Ensure all required PLM part information attributes are accurate and up to date
- Partner with Service Parts Engineering to perform change management activities (evaluate service impact, interchangeability, and disposition) as production designs are updated
- Monitor existing PLM processes for opportunities to make them more scalable, sustainable, efficient
- Collaborate with Purchasing to ensure Production Suppliers provide the appropriate amount of service parts based on service part release strategy
- Identify, define, promote emerging service part issues to appropriate channels and into a closed loop system for problem resolution
- Coordinate the return of key parts replaced in the field so the failure mode can be root caused and a fix implemented in production
- Support Dealer Field Action bulletins related to body service parts (safety, compliance, customer satisfaction, service updates)
- Provide input and expertise into the development of new vehicle designs to promote repairability
- Drive Prediction, Prevention, and Protection culture in everything we do
Qualifications- 5+ years experience in part development and change management within a PLM system
- Experience with development of both aluminum and steel vehicle structures and associated joining methods (e.g. welding, rivets, adhesives) a plus
- Knowledge of engineering software and systems as it pertains to job-related area.
- Demonstrated leadership in driving service requirements in a cross-team collaborative environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects across varying geographic locations simultaneously
- Willingness to work in a strong cross functional environment
- Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with internal and external partners.
- Able to work efficiently under high amount of work/stress.
- High level analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex.
- Equivalent work experience or BS in Engineering, Automotive Technology required
- Experience with Catia CAD a plus
Pay DisclosureThe salary range for this role is $107,800 to $134,800 for Irvine, CA 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 and equity awards.
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 Plan 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). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than November 30th , 2026.
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