Lucid Motors

Technical Specialist Underbody Package Engineer

Newark, CA, US

In-personFull time roleSenior Level

2 months ago

About the Job

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.

As a Staff Vehicle Package Engineer you will be the main Vehicle 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 production.

The Role:

Lead the development and delivery of full vehicle architecture from a blank page through production
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
Develop vehicle architecture layout for multiple products and variants on same platform
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
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

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
8+ years of automotive OEM industry experience with a B.S., or 5 years with a Master's.
Extensive knowledge of full automotive Interior, Exterior, Cabin and Underhood packaging preferred
Proven 3D CAD skills, proficient with CATIA V5/V6 or similar software
Knowledge of manufacturing process with respect to general assembly
Conversant with current and forthcoming vehicle architectures and system technologies
Experience with Product Lifecycle Management tools
Passion for electric vehicles and energy efficiency
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
Assembly plant launch experience preferred
Proficient knowledge of Ergonomics in the automotive design process

Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

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.)

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$161,900—$237,380 USD

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About the Company

Lucid Motors

Newark, California, United States

501-1000

<p>Lucid Motors sets out to create a car that elevates the human experience and transcends the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. A car that is intuitive, liberating, and designed for all the ways people get around. Lucid Motors plans to lead in this new era of mobility by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own path.</p>