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At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.
We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.
Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.
Lucid Motors is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Powertrain Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Battery (Sustaining - 2nd shift) to lead the development, design, and optimization of manufacturing processes for Powertrain lines. This role involves working with cross-functional teams, including Logistics, Manufacturing Operations, Facilities, Product Engineering, and New Product Introduction, to ensure the successful design, installation, and operation of Powertrain equipment. With a focus on enhancing production efficiency, this engineer will be responsible for developing robust manufacturing processes, optimizing equipment design, and ensuring the highest quality standards in Powertrain production.
Powertrain (Sustaining) product lines include Inverter, Drive Unit, Power Electronics, Stator & Rotor, Battery Pack, Battery Enclosure and Battery Module.
You Will:
- Lead technical teams in developing and optimizing Powertrain equipment, manufacturing processes, and production efficiency.
- Develop and sustain manufacturing processes for Powertrain lines, focusing on equipment design, process parameters, and station readiness for launches.
- Work cross-functionally with layout engineering, logistics, and product engineering to optimize line layouts and equipment specifications.
- Lead efforts in tracking and improving First Pass Yield (FPY) and monitoring error-proofing systems to enhance product quality and reliability.
- Oversee and optimize key manufacturing processes including soldering, dispensing, torquing, and End-of-Line Testing (EOLT).
- Implement engineering solutions to address product design changes, reduce variation, and ensure consistent quality control.
- Utilize problem-solving methodologies (8D, Six Sigma, DOE) to resolve complex production challenges and drive continuous improvement.
- Use 3D modeling and simulations to validate equipment designs for robotics, end-of-arm tooling, pick-and-place automation, and vision systems.
- Drive cycle time improvements, enhance throughput, and manage consumables/scrap to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize resource utilization.
- Provide equipment validation leadership with familiarity in control systems, I/Os, and machine coding logic; flexible to support production across all shifts including weekends and holidays.
You Bring:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or STEM Degree.
- 5+ years of experience in Powertrain Equipment/Manufacturing/Process Engineering with focus on automotive powertrain equipment design and sustaining.
- 5+ years of experience with AutoCAD, Catia, and Delmia for equipment design and layout optimization with demonstrated success in driving cycle time improvements and production efficiency.
- Proven ability to lead technical efforts in complex equipment engineering with strong analytical problem-solving skills using 8D, Six Sigma, and DOE methodologies.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% and flexibility to support various shifts including day, night, swing, and potential weekend/holiday work.
At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.
Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)
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