Rivian Automotive is looking to significantly expand its footprint at its plant in west Normal, while adding hundreds of workers to produce electric vehicles.
The new development includes adding up to 10.6 million square feet of building space and 1.5 million square feet for logistics and parking on a 380 acre parcel.
The current site is 503 acres, with 9.6 million square feet of building space and 7.7 million square feet for logistics and parking....
...According to Dietmeier, there are 890 full-time employees at Rivian's plant in Normal, with plans for a workforce of about 2,700 people by next year.