About LucidAt Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.
We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.
Postion Overview
The Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Thermal System as part of resident product engineering organization in the plant. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor, determination, & leads by example. Candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to lead the team through technical & organizational challenges to deliver impactful results in an ambiguous environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Solve complex component/system level problems using standard problem-solving techniques
- Data driven proactive problem solving, root cause analysis & issue avoidance due to process deviations or critical part quality issues
- Establish technical depth to troubleshoot Thermal System/HVAC components/sub-assemblies
- Responsible for design intent assembly requirements for Thermal System/HVAC assembly & associated enforcement on the line in close collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Support new product launches, execute part concession deviations for E-Motor assembly in the manufacturing plant
- Support high volume production ramp activities pertaining to product engineering activities
- Advice on build process development and possible improvements for high volume production lines
- Close collaboration with supplier facing teams for all off-the shelf thermal system components for issue management & resolution
- Lead product change management to address known product compatibility issues for high volume production or known product design issues in production in close collaboration with cross-functional teams where appropriate
Skills
- * BS in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering disciplines with 8+ years of automotive experience in design and release of vehicle attributes
- Master’s degree in mechanical or automotive disciplines with 6+ years of automotive experience in design & release of vehicle attributes
- Experience in product problem solving using industry standard techniques
- Excellent in data analysis using statistics Minitab or JMP, Python, MATLAB
- Prior experience working in resident product engineering roles in the plant
- Prior experience with Thermal System, Automotive HVAC, & associated troubleshooting
- Technical depth in automotive thermal system, HVAC requirements, heat pumps, condensers, radiators, coolant control valves/modules etc & associated troubleshooting is required
- Experience in product development or improvement of automotive thermal system is required
- Experience in using DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plan, DVP&R, DFM/DFA, & RCA with cross-functional teams
- Exceptional communication and documentation skills are required using Atlassian products.
- Requires proficiency in Catia or 3DX, Stack up analysis (2D & 3D), SQL, JMP etc.,)
- Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification.
- Experience with Atlassian products like Jira and Confluence.
- Engineering-in-Training (EIT) or certification in engineering fundamentals.
- Collegiate FSAE/BAJA/Similar experience is preferred
Minimum Qualifications
- * BS in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering disciplines with 5+ years of automotive experience in design and release of vehicle attributes.
- Experience in product problem solving using industry standard techniques
- Prior experience working in resident product engineering roles in the plant
- Prior experience with Thermal System, Automotive HVAC, & associated troubleshooting
- Technical depth in automotive thermal system, HVAC requirements, heat pumps, condensers, radiators, coolant control valves/modules etc & associated troubleshooting is required
- Experience in product development or improvement of automotive thermal system is required
- Exceptional communication and documentation skills are required
Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.
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