EV Test Operations Lead – R&D & Forecasting

Socket.dev; Wittmann (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivian is seeking a Test Operations Specialist to support the Test & Development Workshop and Engineering Teams. The role involves proactive planning, resource allocation, and collaboration with stakeholders across multiple locations.

Expect emphasis on keeping projects on schedule and ensuring equipment readiness. This position requires strong mechanical understanding, several years in automotive contexts, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical experience in the automotive industry; EV experience is a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in a service advisor, dispatch, or lead role
• Experience in a R&D or startup position is a plus
• Strong automotive mechanical understanding
• Strong familiarity with work management systems and custom spreadsheets
• Atlassian, G-Suite, Microsoft 360 experience a plus
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write professional reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of stakeholders or employees within the organization.
• Ability to solve problems and deal with ambiguity in situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to communicate/operate in a high-pressure environment.
• Minimum age of 21
• No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License (within a 3-5 year period)
• 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

Responsibilities

• Support the Test and Development operations team with task planning, workload management, facility organization, and parts procurement/inventory support.
• Support workshop management with project forecasting and resource planning.
• Responsible for program deliverables status.
• Organize necessary supplies and parts based on workload and workshop infrastructure projects
• Maintain a high level of communication with workshop manager, operations team members, other test and development locations, and workshop stakeholders
• Assist in documenting all work performed as well as facility needs per EHS and project-based requirements
• Maintaining inventory lists and maintenance schedules of tools and equipment
• Provide feedback on current workshop procedures and support adjustments and improvements
• Build and maintain a network of connections across the organization to achieve tasks effectively
• Creating and managing timelines for larger projects
• Perform other duties as assigned, requested and needed
• Potential to travel 20%

Skills

Automotive experience

Service leadership

R&D/startup exposure

Mechanical aptitude

Work management tools

Atlassian Suite

Communication

Problem solving

Reading technical docs

Driver's license

Tools

Atlassian Suite

Job description

Rivian is seeking a Test Operations Specialist to support the Test & Development Workshop and Engineering Teams. The role involves proactive planning, resource allocation, and collaboration with stakeholders across multiple locations.

Expect emphasis on keeping projects on schedule and ensuring equipment readiness. This position requires strong mechanical understanding, several years in automotive contexts, and the ability to work under pressure.