On December 16, 2021, Governor Brian Kemp announced that American all-electric adventure vehicle manufacturer Rivian would expand its manufacturing operations with a second U.S. plant in the State of Georgia. The company will invest $5 billion in a carbon-conscious campus near the I-20 corridor east of Atlanta, near Social Circle, where it will manufacture its R2 and R3 midsize SUVs. The 7,500-job project will also include technology centers to support company research and development. Once manufacturing operations are fully ramped up, the Georgia facility will be capable of producing up to 400,000 vehicles per year.

As the site is fully graded, the company is actively working to ensure that both the construction process and future facility, located at Stanton Springs North, meet Rivian’s high standards of conservation and sustainability for a cleaner, wilder future.

Additional Georgia News:

Personnel: Rivian announced experienced automotive leader Arnhelm Mittelback as Georgia Plant Manager on November 2, 2023, and Rivian Chief Commercial Officer and President, Business Growth Dr. Kjell Gruner is active in Georgia. Gruner serves on the board of the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern United States, Inc. in Atlanta, and the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, as well as the board of trustees at the Woodruff Arts Center. These are additional steps towards Rivian putting down roots in Georgia and advancing progress on its facility.

Additional Locations: At the Grand Opening of its Spaces location near the Beltline at Ponce City Market on October 20, 2023, Rivian showcased its progress on its future Georgia manufacturing facility and upcoming milestones. The new spaces location will give visitors the opportunity to connect with the Rivian brand, get up-close with its electric adventure vehicles, and learn more about the company’s plans in the Peach State. Rivian has also opened an office in Covington, Georgia, a short drive from its future factory, and continues to grow its local presence, as well as support functions designed to ensure a timely and innovative construction process.

Charging Stations: In Georgia, Rivian’s Adventure network of charging stations are powered by 100% renewable energy, chargers provide up to 140 miles of range in 20 minutes for R1T and R1S. Rivian’s Waypoints Level 2 chargers, also powered by 100% renewable energy, are located near popular destinations to allow for charging while exploring Georgia. Rivian’s charging station map is updated as new stations come online.

Apprenticeships:
In partnership with the Technical College System of Georgia, Rivian has welcomed the newest class of 26 to the Rivian Technical Trades Program for Stanton Springs North. Georgia. The program will provide students with an accelerated 16-week foundational training program. After completing an instructional course, students will receive on-the-job training and learn skills from professionals in the company’s manufacturing facility in Normal, Illinois, before returning to Georgia to deploy their expertise after graduation. 

Additionally, Rivian has announced a new apprenticeship program, recruiting an initial group to support future industrial maintenance needs at its Georgia facility through a 24-month, in-depth training period. Program tuition will be covered by the State of Georgia’s HOPE Grants, with incremental expenses (textbooks, materials, etc.) paid for by Rivian. Throughout the program duration, all participants will be paid employees as maintenance technicians for Rivian. In-person learning is accelerated for 24 weeks, after which all apprentices will travel to Rivian’s plant in Normal, Illinois for 12-18 months of on-the-job training, a requirement of the apprenticeship program.

Information regarding the development of the site is at the bottom of this page.

For additional site studies and reports, along with local developments related to the project, visit: Stanton Springs JDA.