[Remote] Senior Engineer Supplier Development (ADAS, Camera, Sensor, LiDAR)

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Rivian is an automotive company focused on sustainable transportation, and they are seeking a Senior Engineer Supplier Development to ensure quality performance from contract manufacturers. This role involves leading supplier industrialization, optimizing manufacturing scalability, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet quality expectations during production ramp-up phases.


Responsibilities

  • Dirigir la industrialización y preparación de los proveedores para todos los productos básicos
  • Respaldar la selección de proveedores y la evaluación de capacidades para proyectos de terreno no urbanizado (nueva planta) y terreno urbanizado (expansión de planta existente), asegurando la alineación con los plazos del programa y las expectativas de calidad
  • Impulsar la disciplina de APQP y hacer cumplir los requisitos de PPAP, garantizando que los proveedores cumplan con la validación dimensional, de materiales y de desempeño antes de la aprobación para producción
  • Desarrollar y rastrear los KPI de proyectos de industrialización, incluida la aprobación puntual del PPAP, la capacidad del proceso (Cpk/Ppk), el rendimiento de primera pasada y los objetivos del PPM para medir la preparación del proveedor
  • Evaluar y validar los procesos de fabricación de proveedores dirigiendo auditorías de procesos, revisiones de PFMEA, validación del plan de control y evaluaciones de capacidad de equipos/evaluaciones de velocidad de producción
  • Optimizar la escalabilidad de fabricación del proveedor, garantizando que las líneas de producción sean capaces de cumplir con las expectativas de volumen y calidad en aumento durante las fases de expansión
  • Monitorear el desempeño de la industrialización del proveedor a través de KPI como presentación puntual del PPAP, índices de capacidad de proceso (Cpk/Ppk), tasas de defectos (PPM), tasa de cierre de problemas y efectividad de las medidas correctivas del proveedor
  • Facilitar la resolución de problemas utilizando metodologías estructuradas (resolución de problemas enfocada) para abordar defectos, desviaciones de procesos y obstáculos de lanzamiento de manera proactiva
  • Colaborar de manera interfuncional con los equipos de Ingeniería, Calidad y Cadena de Suministros para impulsar la optimización de costos de VA/VE, garantizando una implementación de diseño sin problemas en los procesos y la tecnología de fabricación de proveedores y, al mismo tiempo, manteniendo los estándares de calidad y desempeño
  • Requiere hasta un 50 % de viaje

Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or other related field
  • 3-5+ years supplier quality engineering experience
  • Strong Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA)
  • Technical expertise of automotive components designs and manufacturing, including knowledge of safety and test requirements and appearance approval process
  • Knowledge of Geometric Design and Tolerancing (GD&T) and datum structures
  • Experience in Extrusion and fabrication commodities
  • In depth knowledge of IATF16949:2016 and understanding of ISO14001
  • Masters Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or other related fields
  • Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills (Team Working) as well as negotiation skills
  • Ability to analyze and present data effectively

Benefits

  • Annual performance bonus
  • Equity awards

Company Overview

  • Rivian is an automotive technology company that develops products and services to advance the shift to sustainable mobility. It was founded in 2009, and is headquartered in Irvine, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is

    • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Rivian has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 38 in 2025, 70 in 2024, 54 in 2023, 79 in 2022, 21 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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