Lead Electrical Engineer

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 part of the Technical Design team for Commercial, you will play a pivotal role in accelerating the deployment of our facilities projects, specifically focusing on the Commercial Portfolio (Sales, Service, and the Rivian Adventure Network). You will be the Electrical Engineering subject matter expert for Commercial Facilities, serving as the lead for general technical development and building systems. In this dynamic position, you will also be the crucial link between our internal project teams and external electric utility providers, ensuring power upgrades and interconnections are managed efficiently. This role demands a proactive approach to identifying and resolving utility-related challenges, streamlining project timelines, and developing productive internal and external relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Commercial Electrical Standards and project technical requirements.
• Drive solutions for design and field issues, working with consulting architects and engineers.
• Independently develop and communicate design ideas through sketches, markups, drafting, or illustrations/renderings.
• Identify and forecast long-lead infrastructure requirements based on early program development and drive recommendations for alternative solutions.
• Lead electrical feasibility reviews of Small works and Remodel projects
• Identify opportunities and lead efforts for the continuous improvement of technical design processes and tools to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key contacts at electric utility companies.
• Review project-specific electrical designs for consistency with utility company design standards.
• Serve as an escalation pathway for emerging utility design and energization issues that risk project delivery timelines.
• Build strong cross-functional partnerships to inform site selection with critical inputs like power availability, utility rates, and incentive programs.
• Provide strategic guidance and practical recommendations to help ensure projects stay on track from early on and are aligned with infrastructure goals.

Qualifications

• Accredited bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, architectural engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience with commercial/retail project design, construction administration.
• Experience working directly with or for electric utilities in a technical role.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence outcomes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter who is goal-oriented, highly motivated, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Creative and innovative problem-solving mindset with an attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam Revu.
• Knowledge of EV charging technology, load management, and the development and operation of charging networks is a plus.
• Based in, or willing to relocate to, Atlanta, GA, and be able to occasionally work onsite at our new East Coast Headquarters located at 667 Auburn Ave NE, adjacent to the famous Eastside Trail of the Atlanta Beltline—easily accessible by public transportation.

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Pay Disclosure

The salary range for this role is USD 137800-172,200 for California base applicants and USD 125,800-166,620 for Georgia 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)