Early Career - Remanufacturing Engineer II, HV Battery

Watershed; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian in Kentucky is seeking a hands-on Remanufacturing Engineer II to lead HV battery remanufacturing activities on the front lines of EV innovation. The role blends mechanical, electrical, and software insight to ensure remanufactured assets meet performance and sustainability standards at Rivian.

As an engineer on the Reman team, you will collaborate with Process/Test Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and suppliers, own testing tooling, and provide on-site support for HV battery assemblies

Qualifications

• BS+ in engineering and 1-3+ years working with mechanical/electrical systems, hand tools, and test equipment in a manufacturing or prototype lab environment, preferred
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on core engineering principles
• Passion for working on products that involve the intersection of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering
• Dedicated to expanding knowledge of electro-mechanical systems by leveraging a passion for diagnostic testing and teardowns to identify and resolve root-cause failures
• Previous experience in engineering design tools Catia, Solidworks, Autocad or similar
• Self starter, must be willing to run to and seek out issues
• Experience with issue tracking and collaboration tools (Jira, Trello, Gitlab, Asana, Confluence, etc.)
• Ability to view, read, and interpret mechanical & electrical drawings
• Experience with MS Office and Atlassian (Confluence and Jira) software
• Knowledge of Battery cyclers and hardware (NHR, NI, EA)
• Knowledge of CAN/Ethernet tools for debugging purposes
• Knowledge of CANalyzer, CANape, Labview or other diagnostics software
• Knowledge of Python and/or C++ for interfacing with measurement hardware
• Knowledge of high voltage batteries, BMS, chargers and DC/DC AC/DC converters
• Knowledge of automated DC powered tools, functions, programming and usage
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Ability to stand for 8-10 hours per day
• Ability to lift 35lbs
• Occasionally required to climb, walk, kneel, or crouch
• Possibly required to travel, less than 10%
• Required to communicate using phone and/or e-mail
• Ability to perform all duties in an office environment that may contain ambient noise and temperature fluctuations

Responsibilities

• Engineering Oversight: Own the components and assemblies for HV battery packs, specifically focusing on the transition from failed field units to certified remanufactured assets
• Root Cause & Resolution: Lead deep-dive investigations into electro-mechanical failures. You will identify functional issues impacting production and implement engineering solutions to resolve them
• Continuous Improvement: Leverage your previous experience to lead projects that improve battery yield, reduce waste, and optimize assembly processes
• Cross-Functional Bridge: Serve as the technical link between Process/Test Engineering and Technical Operations. You will translate complex engineering requirements into actionable procedures for the production floor
• Supplier & Lifecycle Management: Manage suppliers for rapid change implementation and provide a critical feedback loop to Product Development teams to prevent issue recurrence in future vehicle generations
• Provide on-site engineering support for High Voltage Battery assemblies and components in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, covering series production and legacy products
• Actively support the development and validation of remanufacturing processes
• Perform technical analyses, document issues, prioritize and escalated to the appropriate assignee
• Accurately and clearly communicate detailed steps taken to verify issues
• Collaborate with the Reman team onsite in Kentucky along with Manufacturing, Process, and Quality teams to resolve issues related to failed High Voltage Battery assemblies and components
• Assemble, maintain, and/or modify test equipment and data acquisition systems as needed
• Responsible for continuous improvement in the remanufacturing process by creating new tooling, fixture and eliminate production bottlenecks
• Comfortable working in a small-team environment where individuals are expected to fill the needs of multiple roles to ensure program success
• May perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical & Electrical engineering

HV battery knowledge

Root-cause analysis

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Jira / Confluence / Asana

CAN/Ethernet debugging

Python / C++ for measurement

Reading drawings

Manufacturing experience

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Jira

Confluence

Job description

About Rivian

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.

Role Summary

The Battery Remanufacturing Team is seeking a hands-on Mechanical or Electrical Engineer to join the front lines of electric vehicle innovation. In this role, you will be a key driver in the lifecycle of the High Voltage (HV) Battery—the most critical component of the Rivian platform. As a Remanufacturing Engineer II, you will blend technical expertise with a "first principles" approach to ensure our remanufactured products meet the highest standards of performance and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Oversight: Own the components and assemblies for HV battery packs, specifically focusing on the transition from failed field units to certified remanufactured assets.
• Root Cause & Resolution: Lead deep-dive investigations into electro-mechanical failures. You will identify functional issues impacting production and implement engineering solutions to resolve them.
• Continuous Improvement: Leverage your previous experience to lead projects that improve battery yield, reduce waste, and optimize assembly processes.
• Cross-Functional Bridge: Serve as the technical link between Process/Test Engineering and Technical Operations. You will translate complex engineering requirements into actionable procedures for the production floor.
• Supplier & Lifecycle Management: Manage suppliers for rapid change implementation and provide a critical feedback loop to Product Development teams to prevent issue recurrence in future vehicle generations.
• Provide on-site engineering support for High Voltage Battery assemblies and components in Shepherdsville, Kentucky, covering series production and legacy products.
• Actively support the development and validation of remanufacturing processes
• Perform technical analyses, document issues, prioritize and escalated to the appropriate assignee
• Accurately and clearly communicate detailed steps taken to verify issues
• Collaborate with the Reman team onsite in Kentucky along with Manufacturing, Process, and Quality teams to resolve issues related to failed High Voltage Battery assemblies and components.
• Assemble, maintain, and/or modify test equipment and data acquisition systems as needed
• Responsible for continuous improvement in the remanufacturing process by creating new tooling, fixture and eliminate production bottlenecks
• Comfortable working in a small-team environment where individuals are expected to fill the needs of multiple roles to ensure program success
• May perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• BS+ in engineering and 1-3+ years working with mechanical/electrical systems, hand tools, and test equipment in a manufacturing or prototype lab environment, preferred
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on core engineering principles
• Passion for working on products that involve the intersection of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering
• Dedicated to expanding knowledge of electro-mechanical systems by leveraging a passion for diagnostic testing and teardowns to identify and resolve root-cause failures
• Previous experience in engineering design tools Catia, Solidworks, Autocad or similar
• Self starter, must be willing to run to and seek out issues
• Experience with issue tracking and collaboration tools (Jira, Trello, Gitlab, Asana, Confluence, etc.)
• Ability to view, read, and interpret mechanical & electrical drawings
• Experience with MS Office and Atlassian (Confluence and Jira) software
• Knowledge of Battery cyclers and hardware (NHR, NI, EA)
• Knowledge of CAN/Ethernet tools for debugging purposes
• Knowledge of CANalyzer, CANape, Labview or other diagnostics software
• Knowledge of Python and/or C++ for interfacing with measurement hardware
• Knowledge of high voltage batteries, BMS, chargers and DC/DC AC/DC converters
• Knowledge of automated DC powered tools, functions, programming and usage
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Ability to stand for 8-10 hours per day
• Ability to lift 35lbs
• Occasionally required to climb, walk, kneel, or crouch
• Possibly required to travel, less than 10%
• Required to communicate using phone and/or e-mail
• Ability to perform all duties in an office environment that may contain ambient noise and temperature fluctuations

Pay Disclosure

The salary range for this role is $77,400 to $98,580 for Kentucky 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.

Equal Opportunity

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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