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. 

We’re looking for a hands-on and motivated Network Engineer to support both day-to-day factory network operations and project-based implementations. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where uptime, reliability, and scalability are critical. You’ll help maintain and troubleshoot existing network infrastructure across factory floors and data centers, while also contributing to the deployment of new connectivity for production lines, equipment installations, and factory expansions. You’ll gain exposure to structured cabling, switch deployments, wireless coverage planning, and assist with projects involving on-premises data centers that support industrial applications and local compute. From supporting project deployments to helping with rack-and-stack work and fiber patching, this role provides a strong foundation in networking. It’s ideal for someone early in their networking career who’s eager to learn from senior engineers and contribute to building the backbone of a modern smart factory. This position will be located in Normal, IL and report to our Manager of Network Engineering

• Support both day-to-day network operations and ongoing project work across the factory environment
• Assist with the configuration and maintenance of network switches, wireless access points, and routers
• Participate in the design and deployment of network infrastructure for new production lines , including port provisioning, switch firmware upgrades, switch
• Help troubleshoot connectivity issues for production equipment and end devices across wired and wireless networks
• Assist with rack-and-stack of switches , patch panel work, and cable management in IDFs, MDFs and Data Center
• Conduct basic Wi-Fi testing, coverage checks, and support wireless deployments on the production floor
• Access production floor IDFs using a scissor lift for troubleshooting or installation of switches as needed (training provided)
• Maintain accurate documentation including network drawings, cabling layouts, and equipment inventories
• Collaborate with IT, Manufacturing Engineering, and Facilities teams to ensure network readiness during line moves, expansions, and factory upgrades
• Follow established security standards, change control procedures, and physical infrastructure best practices
• Maintain cleanliness and cable management standards in IDF/MDF and telecom rooms
• Participate in on-call rotation
• Occasional travel to different factories/locations may be required

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Information technology, Computer Networking, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in IT/network support or help desk roles with networking responsibilities
  
• Basic understanding of: IP addressing, subnetting, and VLANs Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing concepts
  
• Common protocols: DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP
  
• Familiarity with enterprise switches, wireless APs, or firewalls (Cisco, Fortinet, Palo alto, Juniper, etc.)
  
• Comfortable using hand tools, crimpers, testers, and working in IDF/MDF spaces
  
• Willingness to work in industrial environments (factory production floor)
  
• Strong desire to learn and grow in the field of network engineering
  
• Self-motivated individual with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Excellent documentation, communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Team-oriented mindset with a proactive attitude.

Salary Range: USD - $78,200 - $97,700 (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 and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. 

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.

Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at  candidateaccommodations@rivian.com .

Candidate Data Privacy

Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.

Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.

Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions. 

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