Industrial Equipment Installer / Millwright – EV Automotive Plant

Pay & Schedule

• Hourly Rate: $37.00/hour-- NO PER DIEM 

• Schedule: 55 hours per week (overtime expected)

• Work Environment: Active EV automotive manufacturing facility (Rivian)

Role Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Industrial Equipment Installer / Millwright to support new equipment installations, relocations, upgrades, and commissioning activities inside a live EV automotive plant. This role involves setting, leveling, anchoring, powering, and supporting the startup of production machinery across body-in-white, general assembly, stamping, battery/module operations, paint support systems, conveyors, and robotics. The work is fast-paced, precision-driven, and requires close coordination with Rivian operations, OEM partners, and general contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform full-scope machinery installation, including offloading, rigging, setting, aligning, leveling/shimming, anchoring, and grouting of bases and skids.

• Execute precision alignment using laser and optical tools for gearboxes, motors, conveyors, transfer systems, robotics, and tooling.

• Install mechanical utilities such as pneumatics, hydraulics, process water, vacuum, and lubrication systems.

• Install electrical distribution and controls, including cable tray, conduit, power drops (120–480V, 3-phase), 24VDC circuits, terminations, device wiring, sensors, and safety circuits.

• Support controls checkout activities, including I/O point-to-point testing, VFD and servo parameter setup, and basic PLC/HMI assistance in coordination with OEMs.

• Build and integrate conveyors, lifts, turntables, AGC/AGV interfaces, robot bases, dress packs, end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), and guarding.

• Read and interpret OEM installation manuals, P&IDs, electrical schematics, GA layouts, and detailed mechanical prints (metric and SAE).

• Execute plant-safe work practices, including LOTO, energized work permits (as applicable), hot work, confined space entry (as applicable), and daily JHAs.

• Coordinate field activities with Rivian, OEM partners, and other trades to meet installation windows in live production areas.

• Perform preventive maintenance, complete punch-list items, rework, and provide startup/commissioning support through final handover.

• Maintain accurate documentation, including as-built drawings, redlines, torque logs, alignment reports, and material/equipment inventories.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on machinery installation experience in automotive or high-volume industrial manufacturing (installer, millwright, or industrial electrician/mechanic background).

• Proven experience in setting, aligning, and installing production equipment, conveyors, and/or robotics in a live plant environment.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, P&IDs, and layout plans with a solid understanding of tolerances and datum schemes.

• Experience with 480V 3-phase power, 24VDC control circuits, sensors, VFDs/servos, and industrial safety devices; basic PLC I/O familiarity required.

• Proficient with rigging fundamentals, hand signals, overhead crane operations, and aerial work platforms.

• Skilled in the use of precision tools, including laser alignment systems, machinist levels, torque wrenches, dial indicators, and micrometers.

• Ability to work independently or as part of a multi-trade installation crew under tight shutdown and turn-window schedules.

• Valid driver’s license.

Required Certifications

• Current forklift certification (sit-down and/or stand-up).

Preferred / Plus Qualifications

• OSHA 30, Qualified Rigger/Signalperson, and Fall Protection training.

• NCCER or equivalent craft credentials.

• Experience in automotive body-in-white, stamping presses, paint shop auxiliary systems, or battery/module assembly lines.

• Basic robot integration experience (ABB, FANUC, or KUKA) and familiarity with robot dress-out best practices.

Work Conditions

• A physically demanding role that requires lifting 50–75 lbs, climbing, kneeling, and working at heights in an industrial environment.