Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Powertrain (Sustaining)

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

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 Powertrain Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (Sustaining) 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.
• Prepare station readiness for line launches, including equipment validation and process parameter development.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with layout, logistics, and product engineering teams to optimize line layouts and equipment specifications.
• Track and improve First Pass Yield (FPY) while monitoring error-proofing systems for enhanced quality and reliability.
• Oversee critical manufacturing processes including soldering, dispensing, torquing, and End-of-Line Testing (EOLT).
• Apply problem-solving methodologies (8D, Six Sigma, DOE) to resolve production challenges and reduce variation.
• Use 3D modeling and simulations to validate equipment designs for robotics, automation, and vision systems.
• Drive cycle time improvements and throughput enhancements through effective production strategies.
• Manage equipment design, approval, and commissioning for new projects while monitoring consumables, scrap, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Provide equipment validation leadership and flexible shift support, including weekends and holidays as needed.

You Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of industrial/manufacturing engineering experience in EV Powertrain Manufacturing or closely related high-volume environments.
• Experience in industrial cost control, reporting, and analysis with advanced MS Office skills (primarily Excel).
• Proficiency in time/motion study analysis (MODAPTS preferred), continuous improvement (Six Sigma, lean manufacturing), and change management.
• Experience with simulation modeling software (FlexSim), data visualization tools (Tableau), and AutoCAD layouts.

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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