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Overview

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever, focusing on emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles and attracting curious, courageous individuals. The company seeks a highly skilled Electronics Rework & Prototype Assembly Specialist to bridge the gap between engineering and production through precision electro-mechanical assemblies and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

  • Construct initial electro-mechanical prototype assemblies and execute precise PCBA rework.
  • Perform detailed visual inspections of PCBAs, solder joints, and mechanical alignments.
  • Build, rework, and integrate complex electrical wire harnesses.
  • Assist engineers in diagnosing and troubleshooting circuit failures.
  • Utilize mechanical measuring equipment to verify build dimensions and tolerances.
  • Support engineering during New Product Introduction and design transitions.
  • Accurately log assembly results, design deviations, and rework details.

Requirements

  • College degree in Electronics combined with 2 years of recent, hands-on relevant experience OR 5+ years of hands-on relevant experience.
  • Active J-STD-001 IPC Class 3 Solder Certification for Electronic Assembly.
  • Basic working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620C standards.
  • Strong foundational knowledge of Electrostatic Discharge protocols and safety procedures.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with standard shop fabrication, assembly, and hand/power tools.
  • Proficiency in interpreting complex mechanical drawings and electrical schematics preferred.
  • Experience utilizing documentation and task management tools preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with a collaborative mindset preferred.

Benefits

  • PTO
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k

Additional Information

  • The salary range for this role is USD 33.31/hr - 41.63/hr for Southern California based applicants.
  • The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus and equity awards.
  • 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.

Benefits

PTO
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k
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How this job compares in Carson, CA

Pay in context

At roughly $37/hr, this posting lands within a few percent of the $35/hr median for welding jobs across California, whose middle half runs $28–$48/hr across 450 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 57% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. In other words it is a market-rate offer, so benefits, overtime, and shift schedule are where the real difference between this and the next posting on the list shows up.

The local market in Carson, CA

Carson, CA currently has 5 other active welding openings besides this one, spread across 3 employers. 4 of them were added in the last week. Across California as a whole we're tracking 586 other active welding openings from 266 employers. That's enough local activity to be worth comparing two or three offers before committing. Browse every welding job in Carson, or widen the search to California.

The most active employers in California at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are SpaceX (37), Relativity Space (22), and Welding Shop in Los Angeles, CA (18). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within California, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Redondo Beach at $65/hr, Pasadena at $61/hr, and Santa Ana at $48/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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