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Salary: USD 98,500 - 123,100 / annual
Rivian is seeking a Senior Metrology Engineer to support engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams in meeting metrology requirements for the R1, EDV, and R2 vehicle platforms. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, partnering across functions to deliver measurement solutions in both lab and production environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead correlation, calibration, and certification of inline measurement systems (EINES, ISV, Perceptron, VRSI-Laser Radar) against offline CMM and scan data, collaborating with vendors and plant engineering teams
- Create and maintain automated, production-ready inspection programs using Zeiss Inspect (GOM) and PolyWorks for dimensional inspection of parts and assemblies
- Perform dimensional inspection using diverse metrology equipment: vision systems, CMMs, laser trackers, portable arms, and 3D laser/blue-light scanners
- Work cross-functionally to understand measurement needs and solve process problems
- Support development of measurement methods for components and assemblies
- Contribute to standardization and optimization of production measurement techniques
- Analyze quality data to define trends, capability, and functional improvements (PIST, Cp/Cpk)
- Mentor Metrology Technicians and engineers; contribute to skill matrix and training plans
- Create and maintain operational documentation and work instructions
- Track metrology projects and report status
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, quality, or related discipline (or advanced degree with minimum 3 years relevant experience)
- 5 years of relevant metrology/quality experience
- Hands-on experience with programmable contact and non-contact metrology equipment (laser radars, laser trackers, CMMs, ATOS scan boxes, portable arms)
- Strong knowledge of GD&T and ability to read/interpret drawings and CATIA CAD models
- Experience with Zeiss Inspect (GOM) and Caligo software
- Working toward advanced skills in dimensional analysis packages (PolyWorks, PiWeb)
- Manufacturing or assembly experience in automotive stamping, body-in-white (BIW) assemblies, drivetrain castings/gears, or battery modules
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and quality mindset
- Strong analytical and communication skills; proficiency with MS Office, Smartsheet, Jira, and project management software
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional environments
Advantage:
- Controls experience (PLCs, robot programming, HMIs, in-line cells)
- Ability to interpret company needs and translate data into actionable insights
