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. 

Join us as a Training Instructor and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Rivian's manufacturing workforce. You'll be the driving force behind delivering engaging and impactful hands-on training that empowers our team to master Rivian's cutting-edge manufacturing principles and practices. This role demands a dynamic individual with exceptional technical content development skills, a talent for delivering effective curriculum, and a passion for building strong, collaborative relationships.You'll thrive in this role if you are:

• A Creative Innovator: You'll design and implement innovative training solutions that inspire and educate.
• A Proactive Leader: You'll anticipate needs and take initiative to ensure training excellence.
• An Organized Facilitator: You'll manage complex training programs with meticulous attention to detail.
• A Flexible Collaborator: You'll adapt to evolving needs and work seamlessly within a fast-paced environment.
• A Results-Driven Educator: You'll be committed to achieving measurable learning outcomes.
• A Passionate Advocate: You'll embody the "Normal Pride" spirit, ensuring every team member is equipped to succeed in our electric vehicle revolution.

With your exceptional communication, facilitation, and organizational skills, you'll not only deliver world-class training but also cultivate a culture of continuous learning and excellence across our manufacturing operations.

• Curriculum Development and Support:
  • Proactively collaborate with Manufacturing Operations to identify training needs and develop targeted curriculum aligned with business objectives, goals and floor-level requirements.
  • Creatively source and construct training fixtures and aids to enhance hands-on learning experiences.
• Training Delivery and Facilitation:
  • Deliver engaging and effective instructor-led training sessions, applying adult learning principles to maximize participant comprehension and retention.
  • Adapt training content and delivery methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, skill levels, and cultural backgrounds.
  • Maintain current subject matter expertise in assigned content areas.
• Train-the-Trainer Program Management:
  • Execute and manage the train-the-trainer certification program for facilitators.
  • Lead train-the-trainer sessions and certify SWE Co-Facilitators (Team Leader role) to maintain an active bench of qualified trainers.
• Role Readiness and Evaluation:
  • Develop and implement inclusive evaluation methods to certify team members as part of the overall Role Readiness strategy.
  • Provide ongoing training and development support to ensure a problem-solving mindset is applied and effectively utilized.
• Program Scaling and Innovation:
  • Scale training programs effectively by leveraging cutting-edge learning and development tools.
• Classroom Management and Collaboration:
  • Maintain a harmonious and inclusive classroom environment by employing positive conflict resolution skills.
  • Ensures that all participants understand and comply with EHS&S safety standards.

• Manufacturing Technical Training Expertise:
  • Proven experience in the development and delivery of technical training programs within a manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex manufacturing processes into effective learning modules.
• Educational Foundation:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited university.
  • Certification in Automotive Technology or related technical field.
  • Alternatively, a demonstrable equivalent level of expertise gained through extensive work experience and industry-recognized certifications.
• Facilitation and Communication Skills:
  • Exceptional facilitation skills with the ability to engage and motivate diverse audiences.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills, demonstrating a high level of emotional intelligence and adaptability.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clear and concise delivery of information.
• Collaboration and Consultation:
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and serve as a trusted partner/consultant to the business.
  • Experience working within a Learning and Talent Development team, contributing to broader organizational learning initiatives.
• Instructional Delivery and Personality:
  • Friendly, approachable, and outgoing personality with a demonstrated passion for motivating and empowering learners.
  • Demonstrated ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Confident and professional demeanor.
• Essential Professional Attributes:
  • Adaptability and Resilience:
    • Proactive, flexible, and self-directed in a fast-paced, dynamic and ambiguous environment.
    • Ability to thrive in both independent and team-oriented settings.
    • Proven ability to manage and perform effectively under high-stress situations.
    • Ability to have a flexible schedule to cover multiple shifts
  • Operational Requirements:
    • Valid driver's license.

Salary Range for Normal, IL based applicants: $78,000 - $97,000 annually (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location and other factors permitted by law).

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.

Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at  candidateaccommodations@rivian.com .

Candidate Data Privacy

Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. 

Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.