Sr. Vehicle Package Engineer

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. 
 
As a Sr. Vehicle Package Engineer you will be the main packaging point of contact in Vehicle Engineering, where multiple competing interests exist. Using expertise that spans the full breath of mechanical disciplines, you will drive optimal resolution of mechanical packaging issues from overall concept development through manufacturing. 
 
The Role: 
 
-Perform mechanical design and packaging of vehicle components to meet system and vehicle requirements while optimizing for efficiency, cost, weight, ergonomics, manufacturability and serviceability. 
 
-Lead team(s) in solving highly complex packaging problems. 
 
-Demonstrate ability to handle multiple competing work assignments from engineering, studio, and manufacturing. 
 
-Lead execution of virtual builds in preparation for physical prototype builds. 
 
-Collaborate with engineers and studio to support hardware fabrication, interface with suppliers and machine shops for delivery of mechanical hardware. 
 
-Support CAD studies for vehicle variants and platform studies. 
 
-Use and promote best practices for Digital Mock Up (DMU) / CAD clean up. 
 
-Support BOM and Change Control processes, including weight management. 
 
-Support the release process with engineering and PLM. 
 
-Support vehicle programs through the entire life cycle including; design, prototype builds, vehicle test, and production. 
 
Qualifications: 
 
-4+ years of Engineering experience with an automotive OEM or supplier 
 
-Conversant with current and forthcoming vehicle architectures and system technologies 
 
-Experience with Product Lifecycle Management tools 
 
-Extensive CAD experience (CATIA preferred), and demonstrated ability in developing and designing product solutions 
 
- Must be able to operate an NX or CATIA system and create packaging drawings and proposals as needed 
 
-Passion for electric vehicles and energy efficiency 
 
-Motivation, flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment with tight timing constraints 
 
-Proven problem solving and communication skills, excellent numeracy and spatial awareness 
 
-Desire a candidate who is assertive, self-motivated and can work with minimal direction 
 
- Domestic travel up to 15% may be required for build support 
 
Preferred: 
 
- Working knowledge of automotive interior, exterior, cabin and underhood packaging preferred 
 
Education: 
 
-BS or MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering