Lucid Motors · 2 weeks ago
Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Powertrain Battery - DFM
Newark, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$132K/yr - $194K/yr
8+ years expLucid Motors is a company focused on luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience. The Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Powertrain Battery - DFM will be responsible for participating in the design for manufacturability of new Powertrain products and ensuring that manufacturing processes are properly designed and implemented.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Participate in the DFM for Powertrain (Battery, Enclosure, E-Motor, Pack, Module, PEU, Rotor, Stator, E-Motor Assembly, Dyno Test & Inverter), ensuring the product is manufacturable
Participate in process optimization using DFM during product design and equipment engineering efforts
Participate the simultaneous engineering of the line design for the Powertrain and complete equipment design reviews
Complete high-level studies for proposed product designs and provide the CAPEX and OPEX impacts of such designs
Demonstrate the ability to lead technical efforts of teams engaged in complex process development
Help achieve the defined volume, worker density, costs and safety objectives
Identify, trial and implement any new tools, equipment and processes that could improve quality and manpower efficiency
Effectively manage and balance safety, quality, throughput, cost, and people to provide maximum value to the customer and the company
Prepare and procure all items for station readiness for Powertrain line launches
Utilize analytic problem-solving skills, including knowledge of 8D, Six Sigma, DOE or similar certifications/ disciplines
Work with layout engineering to prepare and optimize Powertrain line layouts
Develop and implement Powertrain PFMEA standards and policies
Experience working with the following equipment: robotics, end of arm tooling, pick and place automation, position sensors, material handling, fluid dispensing, deflection analysis, vision systems, conveyor and laser cleaning/ metrology, automated fastening and bolt feeding, laser welding, wire bonding, press tooling, process ovens or EOLT
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required
Minimum of 8 years of experience in Powertrain DFM and Process Engineering (6+ years & Master's Degree)
DFM and process experience in (E-Motor, Pack, Module, PEU, Rotor, Stator, E-Motor Assembly, Dyno Test or Inverter)
Experience in the automotive Powertrain equipment design/ sustaining is a must
Ability to influence outcomes and drive initiatives in complex environments
Possesses strong presentation skills and communicates clearly and professionally at various levels both inside and outside the company
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Catia and Delmia
40% Domestic and International Travel Required
Preferred
Process Simulate knowledge and experience would be an asset
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Vacation
401k
Equity program
Discretionary annual incentive program
Company
Lucid Motors
Lucid Motors is an automotive company that specializes in electric cars.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$14.23BKey Investors
UberAyar Third Investment CompanyThe Michigan Economic Development Corporation
2025-11-12Post Ipo Debt· $975M
2025-07-17Post Ipo Equity· $300M
2025-04-03Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
Leadership Team
Marc Winterhoff
Chief Executive Officer (interim)
Peter Rawlinson
CEO and CTO
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