About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary As an Sr. Engineering Change Analyst, you will support the implementation of engineering changes during off-shift hours and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth changeovers. You will maintain the accuracy and integrity of the Manufacturing Bill of Material (MBOM), identify data misalignments to proactively mitigate risks, and assist in resolving production issues related to MBOM. This role requires strong analytical and organizational skills, clear communication, a team-oriented mindset, and a solid understanding of Engineering Change Management processes. This role is based at our Normal, IL facility and reports directly to a Manager, Engineering Change Managment. Responsibilities Drive cross-functional alignment as the primary interface for engineering changes occurring during off-shift production hours. Establish plant breakpoints using criteria such as supplier input, plant reference, engineering direction, and production order management input. Document change status, decisions, approvers, and other relevant information in the change management tool. Audit data integrity. Work closely with operations, scheduling, and IT teams to support root cause and corrective actions in relation to BOM data with potential to impact production. Escalate risks and collaborate with other operations data teams, planning, and manufacturing engineering. Develop and maintain process documentation, root cause analysis and corrective action. Maintain passdown documentation to fully inform day shift counterparts. Identify, recommend and implement enhancements to engineering change processes, systems and workflows to improve quality, efficiency and effectiveness. Independently investigate and resolve engineering change, BOM and product configuration issues requiring consideration of multiple functions or technical inputs. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or Program Management preferred. 3-5 Yrs experience in Engineering Change implementation or relevant engineering functions required. General understanding of BOM lifecycle management and the integration between BOM structures and MES environments to ensure seamless data flow to the shop floor. Advanced SAP user with the ability to troubleshoot. Experience working with Manufacturing Execution Systems “MES” preferred. Strong computer skills in spreadsheets, word processing, and presentations. Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a high-pressure environment. Strong team orientation and cross functional attitude. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Demonstrates good judgement in selecting methodology to achieve best results. Able to manage tasks and meet deadlines based on general instructions. Able to work second or third shift to support business needs. Pay Disclosure The salary range for this role is $78,200 - $97,700 for Illinois based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian’s 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com. You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than December 1st, 2026. Equal Opportunity Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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Your current application remains active and will not be affected in any way. Interview Integrity & AI Policy Our interview process is designed to evaluate your personal technical foundation, real-time problem-solving logic, and structured capabilities. Therefore, the use of assistive generative AI tools to formulate or deliver your solutions during live interview sessions is not permitted. We care most about how you think - how you make sense of unclear requirements, weigh trade-offs, and explain why you chose one approach over another. We value your unique human perspective, your authenticity, and the journey it takes to reach a solution. Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services. Drive cross-functional alignment as the primary interface for engineering changes occurring during off-shift production hours. Establish plant breakpoints using criteria such as supplier input, plant reference, engineering direction, and production order management input. Document change status, decisions, approvers, and other relevant information in the change management tool. Audit data integrity. Work closely with operations, scheduling, and IT teams to support root cause and corrective actions in relation to BOM data with potential to impact production. Escalate risks and collaborate with other operations data teams, planning, and manufacturing engineering. Develop and maintain process documentation, root cause analysis and corrective action. Maintain passdown documentation to fully inform day shift counterparts. Identify, recommend and implement enhancements to engineering change processes, systems and workflows to improve quality, efficiency and effectiveness. Independently investigate and resolve engineering change, BOM and product configuration issues requiring consideration of multiple functions or technical inputs. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or Program Management preferred. 3-5 Yrs experience in Engineering Change implementation or relevant engineering functions required. General understanding of BOM lifecycle management and the integration between BOM structures and MES environments to ensure seamless data flow to the shop floor. Advanced SAP user with the ability to troubleshoot. Experience working with Manufacturing Execution Systems “MES” preferred. Strong computer skills in spreadsheets, word processing, and presentations. Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a high-pressure environment. Strong team orientation and cross functional attitude. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Demonstrates good judgement in selecting methodology to achieve best results. Able to manage tasks and meet deadlines based on general instructions. Able to work second or third shift to support business needs.
