Rivian · 21 hours ago
Manager, Automation Controls Engineering (General Assembly)
US-IL-Normal
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelRivian is an automotive company focused on electric vehicles, and they are seeking a Manager for their Automation Controls Engineering team. The role involves leading a team of automation engineers to support and improve the controls hardware and software in manufacturing processes.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleManufacturingTransportation
Responsibilities
Managing the day-to-day operations of a team of automation engineers that support and improve all the controls hardware and software involved in the manufacturing processes within their respective shop
Lead teams that maintain, modify, and properly version control equipment programs, configuration files, and documentation as changes are implemented. This includes but is not limited to hardware, electrical, safety, pneumatic, network, PLC, HMI, Robot, SCADA, and MES
Serve as authority on technical issues and make difficult trade-offs between key program benchmarks
Assist with RFQ preparation and review vendor proposals for manufacturing automation equipment ranging in size from single work cells to entire lines
Lead equipment buy-offs at Rivian’s factory in Normal, IL for FAT, SAT, and safety
Guide the development of controls standards and specifications by feeding back lessons-learned and gaps from each project to ensure that future projects will run smoother
Direct continuous improvement of the production lines by reducing cycle time, reducing downtime, and improving quality
Add or remove network devices from the equipment as needed, updating network switch configurations as needed
Lead emphasis writing code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable
Troubleshoot, improve, and add features to HMIs to make them more user-friendly, intuitive and suitable for operating and troubleshooting equipment
Implement and make modifications to MES logic for production and performance management in the PLCs and HMIs
Ensure proper implementation of and modifications to (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high volume manufacturing equipment
Qualification
Required
BS/MS Electrical Engineering (or equivalent – Majors in: Controls and Computer Control Systems, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, etc.) with applicable work experience
Experience managing teams of Controls Automation Engineers
Skill with Vendor and Project Management
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrate composure and leadership by example in challenging situations - ability to drive complex projects to successful implementation while keeping cross functional teams focused and motivated
Ability to lead and follow appropriately – balance ownership and delegation across teams
Expert with common controls hardware components used in high-volume manufacturing
Hands-on experience integrating high volume manufacturing equipment
In-depth knowledge of Safety standards (ANSI/RIA15.06, OSHA)
Experience leading safety design reviews and validating equipment safeties during buy-off
In-depth knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA79, National Electric Code, UL508A)
Experience developing electrical schematics using EPLAN, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar
Advanced proficiency programming industrial equipment using various IEC 61131-3 languages
Writing standard and safety PLC projects from scratch for high-volume manufacturing equipment using Rockwell PLCs
Experience creating HMI projects from scratch for high-volume manufacturing equipment using FactoryTalk View, WinCC, Ignition or TwinCAT HMI
Experience setting up, programming, and troubleshooting industrial 6-axis robots such as Fanuc, ABB, Kawasaki, etc
Experience designing topologies for and troubleshooting common fieldbus networks such as Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, or Profinet
Experience interfacing manufacturing equipment with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
Benefits
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Life insurance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
401(k) Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Company
Rivian
Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility.
Founded in 2009
10001+ employees
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$21.93BKey Investors
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2024-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $6.6B
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Chief Executive Officer
Claire McDonough
Chief Financial Officer
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