- Location
- Casa Grande, AZ
- Department
- Engineering
Description
About Lucid
At 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.
We are currently seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, HV Battery as part of the product engineering organization in the plant. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor, determination, & leads by example. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to lead the team through technical & organizational challenges and to deliver impactful results in an ambiguous environment.
You will:
- 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
- Develop (from pilot to implementation) complex processes with particular focus on laser welding & associated quality verification and failure detection methods into production readiness while meeting associated ISO standards
- Establish technical depth to triage and troubleshoot all HV Battery product & associated test spec. issues
- Provide design for manufacturability (DFM), design failure mode and effect analysis (DFMEA) & serviceability feedback in future product development processes
- Responsible for setting up process flow & implementation of assembly drawings covering product specifications relevant to manufacturing
- Responsible for creating a one-team culture to drive product design issues to closure in future/current products with deep collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Provide guidance on build process development and improvement opportunities for high-volume production lines
- 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
Requirements:
- BS in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical or Automotive Engineering disciplines with 8+ years of automotive experience in design and release of vehicle systems or attributes
- Generally, requires 5+ years of related experience
- Experience in product problem solving using industry standard techniques
- Excellent in data analysis using statistics Minitab or JMP, Python, MATLAB
- Previously participated in prototype builds or launch events
- Technical depth in HV Battery Systems (Cylindrical Cells, Battery Modules, Battery Enclosure, & Battery Pack) & associated troubleshooting
- Experience in product development or improvement of HV Battery sub-systems
- Experience in using DFMEA, DVP&R, PFMEA, Control Plan, DFM, & 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, & Vector tools
- Travel is required between the factory in Casa Grande, AZ and Engineering HQ in Newark, CA on as needed basis
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical or Automotive disciplines with automotive experience in design & release of vehicle systems or attributes
- Prior experience with Wire bonding, Laser welding & associated in process quality verification methodologies, and highly scalable
- Experience with CAD IN 3DEXPERIENCE
- 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
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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