Battery Lab Technician II: Teardown & Instrumentation

Rivian

Tustin (CA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 50,000

Full time

8 days ago
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Job summary

Rivian is hiring a Battery Lab Technician to join the Battery Test and Validation team in California. You will support daily lab operations, teardown activities, and instrumentation for test articles, ensuring data quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a hands-on lab setting, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures while collaborating with engineers and technicians.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree or trade certification is a plus.
  • 1–2 years in a hands-on technical, operational, or lab environment is typical.

Responsibilities

  • Teardown support for battery packs, modules, and components following procedures.
  • Assist with instrumentation of test articles, e.g., thermocouples and basic wiring.
  • Support daily lab operations including material handling and shipping/receiving logistics.
  • Provide feedback when deviations in instructions are needed and follow SOPs for safety.
  • Maintain a clean, safe lab environment in accordance with Rivian policies.

Skills

Organizational skills
Mechanical aptitude
Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma
Associate or trade cert

Tools

Multimeters
Wire strippers
Fabrication tools

Job description

Rivian is hiring a Battery Lab Technician to join the Battery Test and Validation team in California. You will support daily lab operations, teardown activities, and instrumentation for test articles, ensuring data quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a hands-on lab setting, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures while collaborating with engineers and technicians.

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