Rivian · 10 hours ago
Sr. Simulation Engineer, Factory Design
US-IL-Normal
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$98K/yr - $123K/yr
5+ years expRivian is redefining the future of automotive manufacturing through its Factory Design & Simulation team. The Sr. Simulation Engineer will utilize discrete event simulation to guide factory design, optimize throughput architecture, and ensure production rates are met while collaborating with various teams.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
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 incl. development of a library of simulation assets with properties and performance characteristics
Qualification
Required
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 level
A positive attitude paired with strong work ethics aligned to Rivian's mission and compass values
Preferred
Experience in General Assembly or Paint shop
Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and data visualization/analysis tools like Tableau or SQL
Experience working with layout designs in AutoCAD
Benefits
Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premium
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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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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