EV Powertrain Remanufacturing Technician

Rivian Automotive; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Insurance benefits

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Rivian is seeking a Remanufacturing Technician in California to disassemble and reassemble Rivian powertrain components returned from Service Centers. You will record conditions during disassembly and capture data to track reliability and quality.

A customer-first mindset and teamwork are essential as you collaborate with service, production, and product teams. The role emphasizes safety, standard methods, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or other recognized high school equivalency credential required.
• Ability to identify electrical and mechanical components used in EV propulsion systems (mechanical and electrical).
• Basic understanding of testing low or high voltage electrical circuits.
• Ability to properly operate hand tools including powered and non-powered torque wrenches.
• Strong, verbal, and written communication and organization skills.
• When necessary, able to convert to a production-oriented mindset and to meet output requirements.
• Ability to support alternate shifts and work schedules, if needed.
• Minimum age of 21.
• No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License (within a 3-5 year period).
• Ability to read and speak fluent English.
• No drug or alcohol related driving incidents in the last 3 years.
• No more than 1 serious moving violation in the last 3 years.
• Must have a valid driver's license in the state of residence that you will be driving/operating a vehicle.
• Will be subject to continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring.
• Ability to stand for 8-10 hours per day.
• Frequent use of hands to handle or feel material during quality inspections and performing day to day responsibilities.
• Occasionally required to climb, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Required to communicate using telephone and/or e-mail.
• Ability to read, view, and interpret documents such as safety rules, SOPs, and repair instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform all duties in a working environment that may contain dust, high noise levels, hot and cold weather.
• Commitment to travel about 5% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Disassembly, recording condition, and assembly of field return parts.
• Support cross-functional teams to identify root causes of issues.
• Assist Sr. Remanufacturing Technicians with part receiving tests, repairs, and end-of-line tests.
• Inspect, identify, and accurately report inspection findings.
• Meet production goals and support campaigns and containment activities.
• Promote a safe and organized (5S) working environment.
• Document repairs completed and in progress.
• Travel or additional plant support as needed.

Job description

Rivian is seeking a Remanufacturing Technician in California to disassemble and reassemble Rivian powertrain components returned from Service Centers. You will record conditions during disassembly and capture data to track reliability and quality.

A customer-first mindset and teamwork are essential as you collaborate with service, production, and product teams. The role emphasizes safety, standard methods, and continuous learning.