What you'd actually do

Author low voltage, high voltage and mechanical diagnostic service information.

Perform on vehicle validation to ensure diagnostic content is accurate.

Interpret and translate engineering specifications into digestible information for service technicians.

Strategize and implement process improvements for documentation processes.

Drive quality and user experience improvements for service technicians.

Skills

Required

Diagnosing complex modern day automobiles
Diagnosing High voltage, low voltage, mechanical components
Diagnosing LIN, CAN and BUS networks
Using hand tools, multimeters, special tools, scan tools
Authoring technical diagnostic information
Data analysis
Critical thinking
Analytical and structured problem-solving
Process design

Nice to have

Software development
IT
UNIX documentation

What the JD emphasized

Strong experience diagnosing complex modern day automobiles.

Experience working with and diagnosing High voltage, low voltage, mechanical components.

Experience working with and diagnosing LIN, CAN and BUS networks.

Experience using hand tools, multimeters, special tools, scan tools and the associated component procedures.

Experience authoring technical diagnostic information.

Proven expertise in data analysis and critical thinking.

Strong analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities with high level analytical ability where opportunities for improvement are unusual and complex.

About Rivian 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. Role Summary The Diagnostic Content Team is a specialized group responsible for creating, managing, and delivering critical technical information that enables effective and efficient product diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair. This team plays a vital role in supporting service technicians, customers, and other stakeholders by providing accurate, up-to-date, and easily accessible information. The Sr. Diagnostic Technical Content Specialist will report in a hybrid capacity to their assigned location. You'll be reporting to our Sr. Manager, Diagnostic Content. Responsibilities Be the team’s technical expert for Rivian vehicles and associated subsystems. Author low voltage, high voltage and mechanical diagnostic service information. Work with peers to ensure all authoring standards are being met. Organize, track and manage diagnostic content authored. Perform on vehicle validation to ensure diagnostic content is accurate. Interpret and translate engineering specifications into digestible information for service technicians. Support use of common verbiage strategy to drive consistency and quality of diagnostic service information. Strategize and implement process improvements for documentation processes. Drive quality and user experience improvements for service technicians. Uphold and foster a positive work environment and a culture of collaboration in each Rivian facility in which you work as well as any 3rd party support you may provide. Qualifications Strong experience diagnosing complex modern day automobiles. Experience working with and diagnosing High voltage, low voltage, mechanical components. Experience working with and diagnosing LIN, CAN and BUS networks. Experience using hand tools, multimeters, special tools, scan tools and the associated component procedures. Experience authoring technical diagnostic information. Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with internal and external partners. Computer skills proficiency and excellent written and spoken communication skills. Proven expertise in data analysis and critical thinking. Track record of working closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders in a technology environment. Strong analytical and structured problem-solving capabilities with high level analytical ability where opportunities for improvement are unusual and complex. Extremely detail oriented. Proven ability to manage multiple workflows to ensure deadlines are met. Process design experience, with the ability to understand, document, and transform complex processes. Experience working in software development, IT, or UNIX documentation. Ability to stand, sit, or walk for 8-10 hours per day. Required to communicate using phone and/or e-mail. Ability to view, read, and interpret documents. Ability to perform all duties in an office environment that may contain ambient noise and temperature fluctuations. Pay Disclosure The salary range for this role is $87,300 to $109,100 for Irvine, CA and $79,700 to $99,600 for Plymouth, MI 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 July 3, 2026. Equal Opportunity 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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