Prototype Build Coordinator, Special Projects

Irvine, CA, United States

About Us:

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:

As the Prototype Build Coordinator in Special Projects your role will be to ensure that the prototype shop team is equipped to handle any project that comes through the department. This responsibility includes inventory management, component kitting, ad-hoc purchasing, supplier management, and interfacing between project
engineering, program management, and build staff. You will report to the Sr Manager of Special Projects. Special Projects is a unique team that owns large engineering and build projects from cradle to grave, with its own engineering, procurement, program management, manufacturing, and build resources. These projects deliver both to teams within Rivian as well as to external partners. You will interface closely with the Prototype Shop Manager, our internal team of fabricators, painters, and surfacers, as well as with Special Projects engineering and program management. You will also work with Rivian’s logistics, service, and factory teams for parts management, product teams for prototype parts, and external vendors for outsourced prototyping and contract support.

Responsibilities:

Inventory Management: Set up and maintain an effective inventory management system, ensuring
accurate tracking and efficient use of materials.

Component Kitting: Organize and kit components for large-scale builds, ensuring all necessary parts are

prepped and ready for production.

Purchasing Management: Oversee purchasing of materials, components, and equipment. Work closely

with vendors to negotiate pricing, ensure timely deliveries, and manage supplier relationships.

Cross-team Liaison: Act as the primary liaison between the engineering team and external vendors,

ensuring clear communication and timely delivery of components.

Communication: Communicate any changes, roadblocks, or delays to the team and external

stakeholders, ensuring that everyone is aligned and aware of updates.

Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve issues that could impact build timelines or

component availability.

Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of inventory management systems and experience setting them up and maintaining
them.

Experience in component kitting and organizing parts for large-scale projects.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively between teams and vendors.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Experience in purchasing, procurement, or sourcing, with the ability to manage vendor relationships

and purchasing timelines.

Ability to problem-solve and overcome challenges in a timely manner.
An understanding of production, prototyping, and fabrication process and the ability to understand

impacts to time, cost, and quality tradeoffs

Pay Disclosure:

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: $121,500.00 - $151,900.00 (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.

Company Statements:

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, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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