Sr. Process Configuration Engineer

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.

The Process Engineering role at Rivian is critical to ensuring we not only meet production milestones but to do so effectively. In this front-line role, you will have a hand in improving current processes, partnering with cross functional teams and working through high level problem solving to meet KPIs. The opening is located at our Normal, IL facility and reports directly to the Process Configuration Manager within the Material Supply department.

• Responsible for sustainment and improvement projects following process handover from the Material Flow Engineering Team, alongside Continuous Improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with the Supply Chain Team to design and implement optimized layouts for material storage and processing across multiple warehouse sites and all manufacturing areas as part of continuous improvement initiatives.

• Audit staffing and equipment needs through time studies to determine and forecast departmental budget requirements.

• Maintain Plan for Every Part database, including standard packaging data and all material flow attributes. Communicates any changes to all affected parties

• Leads Continuous Improvement projects to improve efficiency of material handling processes and drive cost reductions

• Develops and coordinates the acquisition of various delivery carts/racks

• Resolves part quality issues related to material handling process or packaging

• Maintain and develop calculations for buffers, including lineside maximum Kanban limits and order-ahead pipeline.

• Liaison for Data Systems and/or Plant IT group on improvements to user interfaces to simplify material handling processes

• Maintain standard work and job cards for all Material Supply processes

• Rebalance delivery methods based upon line rate changes to most efficiently support posted jobs per hour (JPH)

• Provide overall support to the Production and Material Supply organization

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related area of study and 3 years of previous experience or the equivalent required

• Experience using engineering design software such as AutoCAD preferred

• Experience with Materials Requirement Planning "MRP" Software such as SAP preferred

• High level of proficiency in Excel, Word, Power point, and Outlook programs

• Leadership skills preferred

• Ability to set tasks and responsibilities

• Creative problem-solving skills

• Ability to meet deadlines and stay within budget

• Strong team orientation and cross functional attitude

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as governmental regulations, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization

• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

• Ability to communicate in a high-pressure environment

The salary range for this role is $98,500-$123,100 for Illinois 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 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). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than April 16th, 2026.

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.

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