Technical Program Manager, EPC Inverter

Position: Staff Technical Program Manager, EPC Inverter
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 well qualified candidate will be responsible for technical program management of in-house development of Electric Power Conversion (EPC) Top Level Assembly. Responsibilities Project management of EPC top level assembly development and integration into the vehicle environment.

Create high level timeline and milestones for tracking critical release dates, MRD's, validation plans, and support of industrialization. Detailed Management of component timelines from concept to delivery. Ensuring component BOMs are released and sourced. Tracking long lead part and tool order needs and collaborating with supply chain on due dates and status throughout the development. Support prototype builds and production start-up ensuring any build issues get resolved with prompt attention.

Coordinating, Tracking and Reporting of Design Validation and Process Validation activities Prompt and effective communication of status and actions to the Product Delivery team to execute and succeed. Co-develop and track EPC material, test, and validation budgets. Issue tracking, corrective action implementations using JIRA and other tools Interfacing effectively with Cross-Functional teams (i.e. Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain), and providing cohesion where needed.

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering/technology field or related work experience Familiarity with rotating machines, Electric motors, or Inverters is required. 8+ years automotive experience in program management. Understanding of automotive engineering release processes. Good knowledge of program management process and vehicle development timeline tools (e.g. Smartsheet). Experience creating and implementing new program management processes. Ability to work and communicate with cross functional teams.

Ability to effectively manage multiple projects. Pay Disclosure The salary range for this role is $154,000 - $192,000 for Irvine, CA 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  You can apply for this role through  (or through inte if you are a current employee).

This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than April 30, 2026. 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,…