Staff PLM Solutions Engineer - Web Applications

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.

The Staff PLM Solution Engineer at Rivian plays a crucial role in developing and enhancing the company's 3DEXPERIENCE Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) application. This individual will be a key contributor in designing, developing, and implementing new functionalities within the PLM platform to optimize product development processes and improve user efficiency. They will work closely with various stakeholders from Product Development and Engineering, Service Engineering, and Digital Manufacturing teams to understand their needs and translate them into effective PLM solutions. This role requires a strong understanding of PLM concepts (like Unified Product Structure, Change Management, MBOM, Bill of Process, and Variant Management), software development best practices, and the ability to work independently to drive impactful improvements to the PLM application. Additionally, the Staff PLM Solution Engineer should be eager to learn and adapt to new technologies and willing to upskill in areas such as EKL and widget development to enhance the PLM ecosystem further. This role is based at our Palo Alto or Irvine facilities and reports directly to a Sr. Manager, PLM Development and Support.

• Collaborate and Understand Requirements:
• Work closely with technical and solution leads to understand project objectives and requirements.
• Actively participate in technical discussions to understand business needs.
• Work with the user community to gather insights, understand their challenges, and propose optimized solutions.
• Participate in Scrum calls and provide regular updates to stakeholders on execution and highlight risks and mitigation plan
• Analyze and Design Solutions:
• Analyze business requirements and convert them into precise technical specifications.
• Suggest industry best practices for better design and implementation
• Tailor platform features to align with specific needs in engineering and manufacturing.
• Identify dependencies with other cross-functional teams
• Development and Implementation:
• Develop custom applications and functionalities to enhance the capabilities of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
• Troubleshoot, debug and optimize custom modules to ensure their reliability and efficiency.
• Documentation and Testing:
• Prepare comprehensive documentation, including requirements, specifications, and unit test procedures.
• Ensure solutions are thoroughly tested for performance, reliability, and compliance with organizational standards.
• Maintenance and Support:
• Provide ongoing support for deployed solutions, addressing user-reported issues and implementing necessary updates.
• Performance improvement initiatives
• Identify performance bottlenecks, suggest remedies and future prevention guardrails.
• Address performance issues to guarantee the smooth operation of customizations

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience with 3DEXPERIENCE customization using Java/J2EE technologies.
• Strong 3DEXPERIENCE foundation: Deep understanding of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform architecture, data model, and core functionalities with expertise in Data Model Customization app.
• Programming Expertise: Proficiency in Java (including J2EE), MQL, TCL and RESTful web services is essential for developing, customizing, and integrating 3DEXPERIENCE solutions.
• UI3: Proven experience in developing and deploying ENOVIA applications using UI3 components.
• Development Experience: Proven track record of developing and deploying solutions on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, including customizations, configurations, and integrations with other enterprise systems like SAP and/or MES utilizing RESTful APIs.
• Web Technologies: Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS for user interface development.
• Platform upgrade: Part experience in 3DEXPERIENCE upgrade to newer versions.
• Widget Development: Skills in creating custom widgets and dashboards to enhance user experience and provide tailored information within 3DEXPERIENCE.
• Web Frameworks: React or Vue
• Scripting Language: Python
• Proven ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively as part of a team.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• A passion for technology and innovation

Salary Range for California Based Applicants: $149,700-$187,100 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

Rivian 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.

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Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.