Rivian · 1 day ago
Sr. Manager, Battery Cell Engineering
Tustin, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$176K/yr - $220K/yr
5+ years expRivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, focusing on emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles. The Sr. Manager, Battery Cell Engineering will lead a world-class cell development team, develop technical roadmaps, and drive collaboration across functions to advance Rivian's battery cell technology.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Build and Lead world class cell development team
Develop strong collaboration with cross functional teams
Develop technical roadmap and cell strategy for Rivian ‘s current and future products
Lead cross functional teams to decompose requirements from vehicle and pack to cell requirements/specifications
Develop strategic relationship with cell vendors
Lead technical evaluation and selection for new cell and/or new supplier
Lead cell development from design concept to mass production
Lead the team to design test methods to validate and characterize electrodes/cell components, cell, module and pack and vehicle level. Coordinate resources for internal and external testing
Work with Rivian pack design to optimize cell performance, durability and safety in pack
Work with cross functional team to identify cell degradation mechanisms and failure modes and propose solutions to mitigate the risk while maximize cell capability
Use cell validation data to define boundary conditions for battery/vehicle operation and support control/estimation algorithms used in battery management system
Work with internal teams and external institute to advance Rivian’ battery cell technology
Develop intellectual property for Rivian’s battery cell technology
Qualification
Required
MS degree in chemistry/chemical engineering/materials science with 5+ years of experience with hands-on testing of lithium-ion batteries. (PhD preferred)
3+ years' experience in management. Strong record of leadership. Launch at least one product
Demonstrated experience in characterizing lithium ion cell and/or cell development
Strong understanding about electrochemistry properties of lithium ion batteries
Strong understanding about cell components and their interactions inside the cell
Excellent knowledge of development trends of lithium ion battery
Problem solving skills
Passionate about research/work in lithium ion batteries, especially in EV
Excellent communication
Preferred
Experience in cell development and/or cell manufacturing
Having hands on experience/knowledge in electrochemical techniques such as EIS, GITT, CV, PITT
Familiar with dQdV, dVdQ
Good knowledge about fast charge development
Experience in estimate lifetime of lithium ion battery
Experience in data analysis tool such as Python is a plus
Understanding of how battery cells are integrated into automotive (HEVs/PHEVs/EVs), or consumer electronics applications
Working knowledge of SAE, FMVSS, ECE, GBT/QCT standards and regulations relating to automotive traction batteries
Benefits
Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26.
Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment.
Company
Rivian
Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
10001+ employees
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2023 (54)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$21.93BKey Investors
Volkswagen GroupUS Department of EnergyIllinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity
2025-06-30Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2024-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $6.6B
2024-05-02Grant· $827M
Leadership Team
Robert Scaringe
Chief Executive Officer
Claire McDonough
Chief Financial Officer
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