<div><div>Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility</div><div>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.</div><div> </div><div>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.</div><div> </div><div>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.</div></div>Position Summary    The Material Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the right materials are available at the right time to support engineering and prototype build activities. While build schedules and priorities are defined by Lab Managers or Technical Project Managers, this role focuses on material readiness, BOM validation, part tracking, and kitting coordination to enable successful execution of early-phase hardware builds. This is a hands-on, detail-focused role ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced R&amp;D environments and can proactively align material planning, process improvements with dynamic engineering needs and changes.  Key Responsibilities  Material Planning &amp; Readiness <ul><li>Interpret engineering BOMs and build plans issued by Lab Managers and Technical Project Managers. </li></ul><ul><li>Validate material availability, procurement status, and lead times to support upcoming builds. </li></ul><ul><li>Identify long-lead items and initiate early planning to mitigate risks of shortages or delays. </li></ul><ul><li>Monitor material readiness at the line-item level across multiple prototype builds. </li></ul>BOM Analysis &amp; Configuration Management <ul><li>Validate BOM accuracy, including alternates and deviations. </li></ul><ul><li>Ensure BOM configurations are released and aligned with ECOs and build requirements. </li></ul>Procurement Coordination <ul><li>Collaborate closely with GSMs and Logistics teams to track part deliveries. </li></ul><ul><li>Follow up on outstanding purchase orders, expedite critical materials, and communicate risk items. </li></ul><ul><li>Manage demand signals for one-off, low-volume, or specialty prototype parts. </li></ul>Inventory &amp; Material Tracking <ul><li>Monitor raw materials, incoming shipments, and warehouse allocations to confirm build readiness and avoid shortages. </li></ul><ul><li>Track parts across internal inventory systems, labs, and staging areas. </li></ul><ul><li>Flag shortages, discrepancies, and material issues to Lab Managers and Engineers in real-time. </li></ul><ul><li>Resolve part shortages, misallocations, and production holds by coordinating corrective actions. </li></ul>Kitting &amp; Line Support <ul><li>Support the coordination of kitting activities based on the lab’s build plan and technician needs. </li></ul><ul><li>Create and manage prototype Pick Orders/Production Orders in SAP. </li></ul><ul><li>Create and update kitting lists or pull sheets; ensure kits are staged and labeled accurately. </li></ul><ul><li>Respond quickly to technician requests for material pulls, replacements, or rework components. </li></ul>Reporting &amp; Issue Escalation <ul><li>Maintain clear and timely visibility of material status via Smartsheet trackers, Excel logs, or dashboards. </li></ul><ul><li>Communicate critical shortages, material risks, and procurement blockers to stakeholders daily. </li></ul><ul><li>Participate in prototype readiness meetings and provide updates on material status per build. </li></ul>Change Control Support <ul><li>Follow up on Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and deviations that impact materials. </li></ul><ul><li>Ensure updated parts are ordered, staged, and tracked appropriately. </li></ul><ul><li>Maintain documentation of part swaps, substitutions, and rework to support traceability. </li></ul>Continuous Improvement <ul><li>Participate in initiatives to streamline material processes and eliminate inefficiencies. </li></ul><ul><li>Recommend and implement the best practices for inventory control and material flow. </li></ul> Required Qualifications <ol><li>Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field preferred. </li></ol><ol><li>Equivalent experience in prototype operations or material control may be considered. </li></ol><ol><li>2–5 years of experience in production control, material planning, or inventory coordination. </li></ol><ol><li>Prior experience supporting prototype, massive production, or engineering builds is strongly preferred. </li></ol><ol><li>Proficiency with SAP. </li></ol><ol><li>Strong Excel or Smartsheet skills for data management. </li></ol><ol><li>Knowledge of part lifecycles, BOM structures, alternates, and supply constraints in prototype environments. </li></ol><ol><li>Previous experience with NPI, or R&amp;D support operations. </li></ol> Why This Role Matters    Prototype builds are where innovation takes physical form. As a Material Specialist, your ability to plan and secure materials determines whether engineering ideas make it to the lab floor — and ultimately into product launches. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for those who love to solve problems and keep things moving.  <div><div>By Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>. If you are a California resident, please refer to our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/california-candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">California Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</div><div>To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. </div><div> </div></div>

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 &ndash; 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.

Material Specialist

<div><div>Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility</div><div>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.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>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.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>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.</div></div>Position Summary&nbsp; &nbsp; The Material Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the right materials are available at the right time to support engineering and prototype build activities. While build schedules and priorities are defined by Lab Managers or Technical Project Managers, this role focuses on material readiness, BOM validation, part tracking, and kitting coordination to enable successful execution of early-phase hardware builds. This is a hands-on, detail-focused role ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced R&amp;D environments and can proactively align material planning, process improvements with dynamic engineering needs and changes.&nbsp;&nbsp;Key Responsibilities&nbsp;&nbsp;Material Planning &amp; Readiness&nbsp;<ul><li>Interpret engineering BOMs and build plans issued by Lab Managers and Technical Project Managers.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Validate material availability, procurement status, and lead times to support upcoming builds.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Identify long-lead items and initiate early planning to mitigate risks of shortages or delays.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor material readiness at the line-item level across multiple prototype builds.&nbsp;</li></ul>BOM Analysis &amp; Configuration Management&nbsp;<ul><li>Validate BOM accuracy, including alternates and deviations.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure BOM configurations are released and aligned with ECOs and build requirements.&nbsp;</li></ul>Procurement Coordination&nbsp;<ul><li>Collaborate closely with GSMs and Logistics teams to track part deliveries.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Follow up on outstanding purchase orders, expedite critical materials, and communicate risk items.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Manage demand signals for one-off, low-volume, or specialty prototype parts.&nbsp;</li></ul>Inventory &amp; Material Tracking&nbsp;<ul><li>Monitor raw materials, incoming shipments, and warehouse allocations to confirm build readiness and avoid shortages.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Track parts across internal inventory systems, labs, and staging areas.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Flag shortages, discrepancies, and material issues to Lab Managers and Engineers in real-time.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Resolve part shortages, misallocations, and production holds by coordinating corrective actions.&nbsp;</li></ul>Kitting &amp; Line Support&nbsp;<ul><li>Support the coordination of kitting activities based on the lab’s build plan and technician needs.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Create and manage prototype Pick Orders/Production Orders in SAP.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Create and update kitting lists or pull sheets; ensure kits are staged and labeled accurately.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Respond quickly to technician requests for material pulls, replacements, or rework components.&nbsp;</li></ul>Reporting &amp; Issue Escalation&nbsp;<ul><li>Maintain clear and timely visibility of material status via Smartsheet trackers, Excel logs, or dashboards.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Communicate critical shortages, material risks, and procurement blockers to stakeholders daily.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Participate in prototype readiness meetings and provide updates on material status per build.&nbsp;</li></ul>Change Control Support&nbsp;<ul><li>Follow up on Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and deviations that impact materials.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Ensure updated parts are ordered, staged, and tracked appropriately.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Maintain documentation of part swaps, substitutions, and rework to support traceability.&nbsp;</li></ul>Continuous Improvement&nbsp;<ul><li>Participate in initiatives to streamline material processes and eliminate inefficiencies.&nbsp;</li></ul><ul><li>Recommend and implement the best practices for inventory control and material flow.&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Required Qualifications&nbsp;<ol><li>Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.&nbsp;</li></ol><ol><li>Equivalent experience in prototype operations or material control may be considered.&nbsp;</li></ol><ol><li>2–5 years of experience in production control, material planning, or inventory coordination.&nbsp;</li></ol><ol><li>Prior experience supporting prototype, massive production, or engineering builds is strongly preferred.&nbsp;</li></ol><ol><li>Proficiency with SAP.&nbsp;</li></ol><ol><li>Strong Excel or Smartsheet skills for data management.&nbsp;</li></ol><ol><li>Knowledge of part lifecycles, BOM structures, alternates, and supply constraints in prototype environments.&nbsp;</li></ol><ol><li>Previous experience with NPI, or R&amp;D support operations.&nbsp;</li></ol>&nbsp;Why This Role Matters&nbsp; &nbsp; Prototype builds are where innovation takes physical form. As a Material Specialist, your ability to plan and secure materials determines whether engineering ideas make it to the lab floor — and ultimately into product launches. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for those who love to solve problems and keep things moving.&nbsp; <div><div>By Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>. If you are a California resident, please refer to our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/california-candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">California Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</div><div>To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div></div>

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