Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Stator/Rotor

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.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer II, Stator/Rotor 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 Stator & Rotor sub-assemblies & its interface with manufacturing process & associated equipment related variables
• Responsible for design intent assembly requirements for Stator & Rotor, associated enforcement on the line in close collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Responsible for setting up process flow & implementation of assembly drawings covering product specifications relevant to manufacturing
• Support prototype builds to verify product compatibility against MFG process/equipment
• 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
• 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
• Evaluate Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk, control charts, distribution behavior, and correlation between process parameters and product performance.
• Provide plant feedback to product design teams and recommend design changes that improve manufacturability, quality, serviceability, and production robustness
• Lead technical discussions involving Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supplier Quality, Production, Maintenance, Controls, and Equipment Engineering
• Provide technical mentoring to technicians, production associates, and less-experienced engineers
• Ensure lessons learned are incorporated into current improvement plans and future product designs, process standards, and equipment specifications

Skills

• BS in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering disciplines with 4+ years of automotive experience in design and release of vehicle attributes.
• Master’s degree in mechanical or automotive disciplines with 2+ 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
• Technical awareness in stator & rotor subassemblies with associated troubleshooting is required
• Prior Experience in product development or improvement of Stator/Rotor assemblies
• Understanding of critical elements of stator and rotor such as lamination stacks, insulation materials, windings, forming, welding end-of-line electrical testing, press-fit, etc and their impact on part quality
• 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.,)
• Experience with CAD IN 3DEXPERIENCE.
• Six Sigma Green 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 4+ 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
• Technical awareness in stator & rotor subassemblies with associated troubleshooting is required
• Prior Experience in product development or improvement of Stator/Rotor assemblies
• Exceptional communication and documentation skills are required
• Requires proficiency in Catia or 3DX, Stack up analysis (2D & 3D), SQL, JMP etc.,)

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.