Rework Technician, Drive Unit R1 (1st Shift) at Rivian in Normal, IL

Role Summary

A technician is responsible for performing all troubleshooting and repair activities on the Drive Unit Line. The technician would take the lead on special products or builds. The role would be required to facilitate all safety, quality, and throughout metrics on the assigned line. This position must communicate with other team members and Group Leaders on assigned team as well as other areas to ensure production goals and standards are met. The opening is located at our Normal, IL facility and reports directly to the shop Group Leader. 

Responsibilities

• • Promote and demonstrate Rivian Compass values

    • Actively supports management in the execution of the launch, ramp ups, and production

    • Perform all troubleshooting and repairs of the battery

    • Support cross functional teams and assist with pre-production vehicle builds, production engineering changes, and test assets

    • Improve efficiency in repair/ service procedures without compromising quality and safety during the repair.

    • Provide root cause analysis documentation of repairs when needed

    • Support campaigns and containment initiatives

    • Work with a collaborative attitude and team spirit in an ever-changing, dynamic environment

    • Fill in on the production line as needed

    • Excel in written documentation of daily activities

    • Diagnose vehicle issues ​

    • Determine correct course of action for issues that arise ​

    • Coordinate with Quality and Process ENG to implement solutions ​

    • Establish timelines for repair and impact to production ​

    • Support repair with other technicians and relevant partners and test/assess efficacy of repair​

    • Communicate recurring issues and actively support continuous improvement around station problem solving ​

    • Help build capability around SME and problem solving in other Techs and Team Members

Qualifications

• • Have subject matter expertise and deep understanding of their station – all standard work, machinery, parts, and the support members involved ​

    • Be knowledgeable of safety protocols and reporting, MES operations (Andon) and shop floor management ​

    • Problem Solving SME ​

    • Station SME – knows how to resolve and trouble shoot most common issues ​

    • Know basic diagnosis and associated workflows

    • Strong communication skills

    • Technical expert of equipment in functional area

    • Remains flexible and responsive to changing conditions

    • Must be meeting performance expectations in current role

    • Experience diagnosing battery packs or electrical systems

    • Software Diagnostics experience is a plus

    • Specialty tool knowledge (multimeters, torque tools)

    • Experience working in start-up environments is a plus

    • Knowledge of Drive Unit System is a plus

    • Strong written and communications skills

    • Strong organization skills with attention to detail

    • 1-2 years of experience required, exhibits potential to grow further into larger roles with increased scope/complexity

    • Ability to stand for 8-12 hours per day.

    • Required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

    • Ability to lift and carry at least 25 pounds.

    • Ability to perform all duties in a working environment that may contain dust, high noise levels, hot and cold weather.

Pay Disclosure

The salary/hourly range for this role is $26.00 - $28.50 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 rivianbenefits.com. You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than October 5th, 2026.