Sr. Manager, Vehicle EOL Integration and Test Engineering

Rivian is seeking a Sr. Manager, Vehicle EOL Integration & Test Engineering to lead the organization responsible for integrating vehicle functionality, factory systems, and comprehensive test capabilities into a robust production environment. This leader will bridge vehicle engineering, manufacturing engineering, controls, quality, operations, and service teams to ensure every vehicle is functionally validated and ready to ship.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical and people leader who can translate complex vehicle and factory requirements into scalable end-of-line test strategies, resilient functional integration processes, and disciplined launch execution. This role is based on-site in Normal, Illinois and requires close partnership with factory leadership and cross-functional engineering teams.

• Lead and develop a team of managers and engineers responsible for factory functional test integration, validation systems, diagnostics, and production readiness

• Own the strategy and execution of functional testing across vehicle build, commissioning, end-of-line, rework, and audit processes

• Establish factory functional testing standards spanning vehicle configuration, systems validation, diagnostics, test sequencing, traceability, and data capture

• Partner with Vehicle Engineering and Software teams to convert design intent and test requirements into manufacturable, repeatable production processes

• Drive launch readiness for new vehicle programs, major software and system updates, plant changes, and process upgrades, including validation plans, cutover plans, and issue containment

• Define and manage requirements for test equipment, fixtures, automation, network interfaces, manufacturing execution systems, and production data infrastructure

• Create a closed-loop approach to test failures by improving fault isolation, diagnostic coverage, repair guidance, retest logic, and feedback to engineering

• Lead cross-functional resolution of complex functional, controls, and manufacturing issues, balancing production continuity with long-term corrective action

• Establish technical reviews, change-control processes, release criteria, and escalation mechanisms that protect safety, quality, throughput, and customer experience

• Use production data and manufacturing analytics to identify test escapes, recurring failure modes, cycle-time opportunities, and process capability improvements Ensure processes and systems meet applicable safety, quality, cybersecurity, traceability, and change-management expectations

• Build strong relationships with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, IT/OT, Service, and external equipment and technology partners

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree is a plus

• 10+ years of experience in automotive, aerospace, industrial automation, electronics manufacturing, or a comparable complex production environment

• 5+ years of experience leading technical teams, including managers and senior engineers

• Demonstrated experience with vehicle systems validation, diagnostics, end-of-line testing, or comprehensive manufacturing test systems

• Experience launching or scaling production systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment

• Strong understanding of test strategy, requirements management, configuration control, defect triage, and production data analysis

• Experience integrating factory test systems and equipment with vehicle platforms, manufacturing execution systems, databases, or plant networks

• Ability to lead through ambiguity, make timely decisions, and communicate effectively with both technical and executive audiences

• Willingness to work on-site in Normal, Illinois and support production launches, critical issue resolution, and occasional off-shift activities when needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automotive manufacturing, vehicle systems validation, diagnostics, or functional commissioning
• Experience with CAN, LIN, Ethernet, UDS, or similar vehicle communication and diagnostic protocols
• Familiarity with automated test equipment, National Instruments or comparable platforms, PLC/controls integration, and industrial networking
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems, test databases, cloud-connected production data, or digital traceability
• Working knowledge of software development practices, APIs, version control, CI/CD concepts, and release management
• Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, statistical process control, or structured problem-solving methods
• Track record of leading new product introduction, plant transformation, or major factory test system deployments