Test Operation Specialist

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.

The Test Operations Specialist, will support the Test & Development Workshop and Engineering Teams. This role works directly with various engineering teams to understand upcoming testing needs in order to advise on resource support, availability and allocation. Requires high-level ability to proactively plan, execute and collaborate with invested stakeholders.

• 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%

• 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

Salary Range/Hourly Rate range for California Based Applicants: $37.42‑46.77/hour (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law). Benefits

Summary:

Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full‑time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

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…