The Safety Engineer – Material Flow & Logistics Safety at Rivian is responsible for overseeing safety standards related to material handling and automated systems. This role requires extensive hands-on experience in logistics risk assessments and automated transport safety. The engineer will work closely with various teams to ensure compliance with industrial safety standards and develop a scalable logistics safety framework. The position is based in Normal, Illinois, with up to 40% travel for testing and audits.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Safety Engineering, Mechatronics, or related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial, or automotive/EV environments in a safety engineering, controls, or EHS engineering role.
• Hands-on experience performing machine/process risk assessments and implementing engineering controls.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA machinery regulations and key industry safety standards.
• Demonstrated experience running equipment risk assessments and safety validation for automated systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings and safety specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Lead risk evaluations focusing on facilities logistics and material handling routes.
• Define, implement, and audit safety parameters for shared worker/vehicle spaces.
• Specify, validate, and audit safety hardware and software systems on automated vehicles.
• Travel to vendor facilities for Factory Acceptance Testing to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain, refine, and enforce internal machine safety and equipment standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute Safety Buyoff processes.
• Investigate technical safety failures and drive engineering countermeasures.
• Develop and deliver technical safety training for engineers and staff.

• 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.