Technician, Factory Software and Diagnostic Engineering; Afternoon Shift

About Rivian

Rivianis 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.

Rivian is looking for a Technician, Factory Software & Diagnostics Engineer to diagnose/repair our vehicles in Normal, IL. As a Technician, Factory Software & Diagnostics Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work hands‑on with the Rivian vehicles in one of the fastest growing industries in the country and make a true impact on growing the Electric Vehicle Industry. The opening will be located in the Normal, IL facility and reports directly to Group Leader Factory Software & Diagnostics Engineering Technician.

• Diagnose Challenging Issues – You will diagnose a wide variety of software related issues across all vehicle systems to determine root cause in a thorough and methodical manner.
• Implement New Software Processes & Tests:
  You will help develop, execute, and train team members across manufacturing on software processes and testing.
• Improve our Product – You will carefully document all findings and share across manufacturing and engineering teams to support the implementation of countermeasures as needed.
• LV Repairs such as missed connections/ softsets/ Misrouted harnesses/ damaged wiring throughout GA
• Collaborative Problem Solving– You will work closely and collaborate with all relevant Electrical, Manufacturing, and Software teams across the company to drive solutions.
• Keep tracking the failures detected and repair in the GA stations.
• Collaborate with different team to solve critical issues in GA

• Technical/ vocational degree, or equivalent experience.
• LV Rivian Certification
• Two year Technical/ vocational degree, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years diagnosing a wide variety of software issues on vehicles or comparable complexity systems. (preferred)
• Experience in using software tools, electrical systems, CAN and LIN communication to review data and execute commands.
• Electric/hybrid vehicle experience preferred.
• Ability to thrive in fast paced and ambiguous environments.
• Strong collaborative attitude and team player that supports the firmware engineers with diagnosing issues, software rollouts and production support.
• Self‑motivated and self‑sufficient starter.
• Demonstrated strong creative thinking and problem‑solving toolbox.
• Ability to support the production line during the day and on weekends.

Hourly Range for Illinois Based Applicants:
The hourly range for this role is $28.00 per hour 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. 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

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