About this role
Role Summary
The Sr. Industrial Engineer, Distribution Center Process Development is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of Rivian’s standardized warehouse processes. This role is a critical contributor to the strategic and day-to-day operations of the distribution operations and business teams and will require initiative, independent judgement, and cross-team collaboration. This role requires partnership with IT to define business requirements and complete projects within a compressed timeline. The ideal candidate has a bias to action, over delivers for partnering teams, and unlocks scalable processes within the distribution centers globally. The Sr. Industrial Engineer, Distribution Center Process Development will be required to be on-site at the warehouse at least 3 days per week, and will report into the Manager, Supply Chain Optimization.
Responsibilities
- Map, design, and standardize warehouse processes, including slotting, put-away, pick/pack, kitting, shipping, and other applicable warehouse processes (End to End DC Process)
- Work on-site with warehouse teams to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities for enhancing day-to-day operations
- Collaborate with IT to ensure clear translation of business requirements to enable implementation of new system capabilities in SAP EWM
- Set roadmap for warehouse capabilities and processes with a focus on balancing short- and long-term priorities to enable scalability of Rivian’s entire service distribution network
- Investigate and evaluate business cases (ROI) for new technologies to improve productivity
- Develop process to track KPI’s at Distribution Centers to drive continuous improvement and productive operations
- Ensure that programs and processes are developed, assessed, communicated, and administered in compliance with Rivian’s objectives and timelines
- Create and maintain models for warehouse capacity planning throughout network to ensure proper risk management
- Serve as liaison between business/operations teams and IT development teams
- Drive solutions for complex warehouse and distribution opportunities across multiple geographic sites
- Interact with the IT, Service Engineering, Collision, and Distribution Operations Organizations
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent work experience, Master’s Preferred
- 3+ years’ experience in project/program management, continuous improvement leadership, or process improvement
- Previous experience in process management and standardization focused on distribution or warehousing
- Expertise in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), preferably SAP EWM; specific expertise in design and roll-out of WMS processes including, but not limited to, slotting analysis, pick/putaway logic, order prioritization, and master data management
- Understanding of interface between WMS and MRP systems
- Knowledge of lean methodologies and visual management with an emphasis on continuous improvement
- Familiarity with Global Automotive industry supply chain and logistics
- Capacity to effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet project deadlines
- Ability to work independently, accurately, and effectively in performing task or duties as assigned to completion
- Excellent project management skills and ability to work within guidelines
- Demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion within budget and on-time
- Professional demeanor with strong communication, writing, and presentation skills
- High proficiency in Google Suite (Gmail, Slides, Sheets, etc.)Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
- Preferred experience using Rivian-approved AI tools, such as Claude, Rovo, and Gemini, to improve productivity, analyze information, or streamline workflows, with sound judgment around data privacy, security, and responsible use
- Strong desire to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with many projects
- Enthusiasm for working in a strong cross-functional environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects across varying geographic locations simultaneously
- Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with internal and external partners
- Ability to stand 8-12 hours per day
- Ability to frequently use hands to handle, lift, and carry materials up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stoop and kneel to retrieve materials up to 50 lbs. under select racking or floor pile locations
- Ability to view, read, and interpret documents, safety rules, and standard operating procedures
- Ability to perform all duties in the warehouse that may contain dust, high noise, hot and cold weather
- Ability to travel domestically 10% of the time
## Pay Disclosure
The salary range for this role is $94,200 to $124,750 for Texas based applicants. The salary range for this role is $98,500 to Max: $130,480 for New Jersey 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 Plan 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 September 18, 2026.