Team Lead - Engineering Fleet

Company: Rivian
Location: Tustin
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

About RivianRivian 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 SummaryRivian is looking for a Team Lead to help manage our Engineering Fleet vehicles and our team of Fleet Coordinators. The ideal candidate must possess the ability to think quickly on their feet, complete appropriate documentation with excellent attention to detail, and improve processes. We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills with a passion for motivating and developing the Operating Fleet team.Responsibilities

• Develop close cohesive relationships and provide regular and accurate information to other Rivian operational departments as needed; including, but not limited to - Engineering, Sales Operations, Vehicle Operations, Remarketing, Outbound Logistics, Finance, Accounting, Legal, Tax, Communication, Digital teams, and others.
• Management Accountabilities: Has subordinate individual contributors, vendors, or contractors; Develops and manages assigned staff.
• Represents the Engineering Fleet team and provides input at meetings and to cross-functional teams as required.
• Key point of contact for the Engineering fleet in regards to: Vehicle requests, Vehicle information, shipments, charging, preparation, and retirement/disposal. Working with supporting teams for title/reg, vehicle maintenance, and compliance.
• Monitor Fleet teams priorities and efficiencies based on Rivian's priorities. Advocate for the best tools and operational duties for the team to hit KPI's.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Program, and workshops to integrate new vehicle lines into fleet and be informed on allocations assigned use.
• Facilitate requests from Rivian teams that involve the Engineering fleet. Help with vehicle locations and movements to best suit the company's needs.
• Oversee Jira inventory sheets and Jira dashboard.
• Lead/manage quarterly physical inventory audits with Fleet Coordinators.
• Oversee decommissioning process and scheduling for all Engineering hubs.
• Support Fleet Coordinator escalations to ensure stakeholder satisfaction and operational readiness.
• Conduct new hire training when Fleet Coordinators are onboarded.
• Conduct Engineering Fleet Quarterly Recharges with meaningful inputs to their growth within Rivian.
• Involvement in compensation and promotions for your employees.
• Up to 50% travel.Qualifications
• 5+ years' experience in transportation or vehicle coordination; 3+ years supervisory experience preferred.
• At least 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency with computers and software including Microsoft Office, and ability to effectively navigate internal business platforms.
• Must have a valid driver's license in the state of residence that you will be driving/operating a vehicle (or state that you are commuting daily to/from) and possess an exceptional driving record.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to support customers on nights, weekends and/or holidays; Ability and willingness to travel based on business needs to support other market launches and operations.
• No drug or alcohol related driving incidents in the last 3 years; No more than 1 serious moving violation in the last 3 years; No driving related suspensions or revocation of Driver License within a 3-5-year period. Will be subject to continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring.Equal OpportunityRivian 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 .
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