Job Description

Rivian is seeking a candidate for the Factory Design & Simulation team to optimize factory design using discrete event simulation (DES). The role involves collaborating with various teams to enhance production efficiency and ensure the factory meets ambitious goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering, or Computer Science
5+ years of experience in industrial or manufacturing engineering, with focus on applying discrete event simulation to enhance process efficiency
Extremely proficient with discrete-event simulation tools
Familiarity with creating new features and modules within discrete event simulation platforms using FlexScript, Simtalk, C++, and/or Python
Knowledge of statistics, uncertainty, and sensitivity analysis
Strong analytical and organizational skills and ability to manage several projects at the same time in a highly variable and uncertain environment
A track record of quantitatively resolving ambiguous, systems-level problems
Effective written and verbal communication at all organizational levels
A positive attitude paired with strong work ethics aligned to Rivian’s mission and compass values

Responsibilities

Build discrete event simulation models for various parts of the manufacturing or logistic process - Body, Paint, Drive Unit, Battery, and General Assembly, Supply Chain
Manage multiple integrators and integrate their deliverables into shop and factory models
Develop decision making frameworks with quantifiable tradeoffs for the entire factory or individual manufacturing processes
Optimize plant layouts by analyzing throughput capabilities, bottlenecks, buffer sizing, and material routing
Collaborate with the Automation & Controls team to collect and subsequently incorporate real-world data to validate models and suggest improvements
Develop and sustain digital twin models to effectively test and validate the designs of manufacturing systems
Co-develop standards for discrete event simulation models including development of a library of simulation assets with properties and performance characteristics

Benefits

Employees at Rivian are often offered comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, ESPP and potential RSU grants, performance bonuses, and generous time off including paid parental and sick leave. Perks can include 24/7 mental-health coaching and therapy, Hinge Health for Anthem enrollees, tuition assistance and professional development, plus on-site food and a wide range of employee discounts on items like computers, mobile phones, home loans, and pet care.