Lead, Production Design

About Rivian
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
The Facilities Design team is Rivian's in-house design team focused on the physical typologies of the brand; from workplace, manufacturing line design, R&D to full-scale production, and everything in between. Our ideal candidate is a collaborative, creative thinker, with a solid understanding of facility and production manufacturing infrastructure needs. This is a dynamic position focused on building narratives cross-functional collaboration and translating the Rivian brand production needs into spaces that are functional, efficiency, executed in such a way that is representative of our compass values.
Responsibilities

• Participate in project intake processes, including project scoping and estimate building
• Develop and communicate design ideas through collaboration with in-house engineering and construction teams
• Coordinate and collaborate with consultants (architects, engineers, vendors, and fabricators).
• Provide guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
• Promote creative design solutions to drive cost savings and highlight VE opportunities
• Manage expectations of multiple internal stakeholders and partners
• Manage and mentor team to meet project scope, budget, and timeline requirements
• Connect team objectives to broader company priorities and objectives
• Maintain a holistic involvement in all projects to develop efficiencies on adjacent projects
• Review and respond to drawings, shop drawings, and submittals
• File and track project information and documentation
• Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Building Infrastructure Design, Operations, Quality, EHS, FFE, and participate in budget, schedule, and installation conversations
• Develop with our in-house Standards and Prototype updates/ initiatives
• Participate in project site visits and surveys
• Staying abreast of developing trends in the architecture and design community - including sourcing new vendors for procurement and collaboration of custom pieces
• Contribute to the office and team culture and initiatives

Qualifications

• 8+ years of architectural, engineering, and or interior design experience
• Bachelor's Degree in architecture, interior design, or a related field
• Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders across multiple functions and at all levels, both within and outside of the organization.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Autodesk Revit and Autocad, Slack, Figma, and Bluebeam Revu
• Ability to read and navigate through construction documents
• Has an analytical, creative, innovative, and problem-solving mindset with an attention to detail
• Able to coordinate multiple projects at the same time, with the ability to shift focus very quickly and adjust to rapidly changing priorities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, negotiation, analytic, and critical thinking skills.
• Experience managing small and large-scale programs and projects.
• Previous experience executing on large scale construction projects with a technical knowledge in manufacturing is an asset
• Self-starter who is goal-oriented, highly motivated, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and process improvements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Local presence near Atlanta, GA is preferred or willingness to relocate
• Safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

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.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
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