Job Description

About Us Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is a joint venture between two industry leaders with a clear vision for automotive’s next chapter. From operating systems to zonal controllers to cloud and connectivity solutions, we’re addressing the challenges of electric vehicles through technology that will set the standards for software-defined vehicles around the world. The road to the future is uncharted. By combining our expertise across connectivity, AI, security and more, we’ll map a new way forward. Working together, we’ll create a future that’s more connected, more intelligent, more sustainable for everyone. Role Summary Our Electrical Hardware Technical Program Management team is seeking a collaborative and resourceful New Product Operations Manager to lead our Electronic Control Unit (ECU) contract manufacturer (CM) development build and launch readiness. Responsible for bridging Engineering and Operational requirements to enable successful ECU launch, you will be a pivotal leader across Hardware and Software Engineering, Product Launch Engineering, Quality, Purchasing and Test Automation teams to create integrated schedules, execute critical milestone reviews, remove roadblocks and develop cross-site best practices. Beyond the development and launch phase, you will also lead post-ramp change management and qualification with Product Launch Engineering, Quality and Design Engineering teams. Responsibilities Collaborate across key stakeholders, including Hardware and Software Engineering, Product Launch Engineering, Quality, Purchasing and Test Automation, to create integrated CM operations schedules. Coordinate with Hardware, Software and Vehicle-level program managers to integrate critical operations readiness milestones and dependencies into top-line ECU and vehicle program schedules, highlighting technical/timeline risks holistically. Lead development builds and ramp readiness activities, ensuring security, materials, process/SOP, equipment, staffing, and training are all in place at CM sites. Drive operations entry criteria assessment at ECU development stage gates while ensuring that cross-functional engineering inputs satisfy operational requirements. Champion process improvement initiatives across internal/external processes, communication, metrics and documentation as it relates to CM operations, management and quality. Lead cross-functional issue resolution to mitigate risks and remove roadblocks for CM readiness. Analyze and communicate risks and program status succinctly to engineering and program leadership, highlighting key issues and presenting resolution options to the cross-functional executive team. Lead post-ramp change management efforts for design, quality and process issue resolution with Quality and Design Engineering teams. Qualifications 6+ years of experience in New Product Introduction, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Operations, or Operations Engineering. BS or MS degree in Engineering. Ability to travel as needed to CM sites internationally. Direct PCBA CM operational management experience. Strong communication skills in technical and nontechnical domains. Outstanding collaboration and relationship-building capabilities within and across organizations. Data-driven, proactive, and tenacious; energized by ambiguity and passionate about cross-functional problem solving. Pay Disclosure Salary Range for Palo Alto applicants: $167,400 - $209,300. USD. Salary Range for Irvine applicants: $154,000 - $192,500 USD. The posted salary represents the lowest and highest ranges RV Tech reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position. Any posted salary range pertains only to the estimated starting pay for the role. Actual starting pay is based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, skillset, qualifications, specific competencies, relevant education, and location. Total Rewards Total compensation packages for this position include base salary, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, and eligibility for equity. In addition, our benefits package has been designed to support the health and wellness of our employees. Benefit offerings include Flex Time Off, retirement savings plans as well as medical, vision and dental coverage. For more information on RV Tech’s comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, check out our Global Benefits Site. External candidates can apply for this role through the RV Tech Careers site (https://rivianvw.tech/#careers). If you are a current employee, please apply through our internal job board (https://internal-careers-rivian.icims.com/). Equal Opportunity Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. We are also committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws regarding citizenship and immigration status. 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