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ROLE SUMMARY

The NVH Quality Technician (RIV3) supports pre-production and production NVH quality at the Normal plant by executing standardized NVH audits, troubleshooting BSR/NVH issues, and partnering with engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to drive build-in-quality for every vehicle. This role operates with limited day-to-day supervision and applies established skills across a wide range of moderately complex tasks in the assembly environment, consistent with Rivian’s RIV3 technician expectations.

Responsibilities

• Execute the standard NVH manufacturing audit for production vehicles, including:
• Static tests: Air leak, door closing BSR, Thermal systems NVH
• Dynamic BSR: Interior BSR on 4-post shaker and BSR track

• High-speed tests: Powertrain, road noise, wind noise

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot SCADAS XS data acquisition hardware, microphones, GPS, accelerometers, CAN connections, analog g-force gauge, and EzSpeed equipment according to the NVH audit standard.

• Use Simcenter Testlab to run defined project templates, verify channel health, record measurements, and ensure traceable, high-quality NVH data for each vehicle audited.

• Maintain and update NVH audit trackers, test completion status, subjective ratings, and key findings.

• Document issues and repairs in Rivian systems (Optic/EOL, Jira NVHM tickets, shared trackers) with clear problem statements, suspected root cause, containment actions, and repair notes.

• Support root-cause investigations for BSR and NVH concerns.

• Perform targeted measurement following written procedures, accurately recording measurements and NVH symptoms, and iterating test plans with engineers.

• Collaborate daily with NVH engineers, Pre-Production Quality, Manufacturing, and Zone/repair teams to prioritize vehicles, align on test plans, and implement effective short-term containment and long-term countermeasures.

• Provide clear, objective subjective evaluations (e.g., 1–10 ratings, “pass/fail with comments”) and ensure they are consistently captured in audit sheets and reports.

• Work safely in high-speed track, 4-post, and shop environments; follow all Rivian safety procedures and NVH test standards for instrumentation, driving, and containment.

• Perform standard technician/mechanic tasks as needed to support NVH work, including drive unit or other major component replacement, interior and exterior trim/panel removal and reinstallation, part replacement, and creating access for instrumentation installation, while using appropriate hand and power tools safely and correctly.

As a RIV3 technician, operate with minimal daily instruction, demonstrate strong ownership of assigned work, and provide informal guidance to early-career technicians on NVH test execution and documentation.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• RIV3 technician level (or equivalent) within Rivian’s technician leveling framework, with demonstrated mastery of RIV2 skills and the ability to work independently on moderately complex assignments.

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in automotive, manufacturing, or test and development, ideally in NVH, BSR, durability, or quality roles.

• Core automotive technician skills, including safe vehicle lifting, drive unit or other major component removal and replacement, interior and exterior trim/panel removal and installation, basic electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, and confident use of common hand and power tools (e.g., torque wrenches, impact tools, panel tools).

• Hands-on experience with:

• Vehicle testing or diagnostics in a shop, track, or lab environment

• Basic measurement tools (e.g., microphones, accelerometers, gauges, feeler gauges) and following written test procedures

• Ability to interpret test results at a technician level (identify abnormal noises, correlate with road inputs, and distinguish hardware vs. software/systems concerns) and communicate findings in clear written and verbal form.

• Proficiency with spreadsheets and digital tools for tracking work (Google Sheets, Confluence/Jira or similar ticketing/knowledge systems).

• Strong problem-solving mindset and comfort working in a fast-paced launch/manufacturing environment with evolving test plans and priorities.

• Willingness to work on-site at the Normal plant with potential early starts, track time, and occasional overtime as production and launch needs require.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in NVH or BSR diagnostics, vehicle quality audits, or durability testing.

• Familiarity with Simcenter Testlab, SCADAS, and/or similar NVH data acquisition and analysis tools.

• Experience supporting cross-functional investigations (e.g., working closely with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality to close out RCs and drive corrective actions).

• Demonstrated alignment with Rivian Compass values and a strong focus on build-in-quality and customer experience.