Lucid Motors · 2 weeks ago
Sr. Quality Engineer, Paint
Casa Grande, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expLucid Motors is a leader in luxury electric vehicles, aiming to redefine the future of mobility. As a Senior Quality Engineer in the Paint Shop Quality Team, you will be responsible for ensuring high-quality painted finishes, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance paint processes.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop and implement quality standards and inspection protocols for paint shop operations
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for paint-related defects using advanced quality tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto)
Oversee audits of paint processes to ensure compliance with specifications and standardized work
Partner with production, engineering, and supplier teams to resolve systemic issues and improve process capability
Analyze quality data and trends to identify opportunities for defect reduction and process optimization
Provide technical guidance on paint application systems, curing processes, and surface preparation
Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean manufacturing principles
Train and mentor quality technicians and production staff on inspection techniques and quality standards
Ensure proper use and calibration of specialized inspection equipment (e.g., Elcometer, Wavescan, BYK-maci, PELT)
Maintain accurate documentation of quality metrics and present findings to leadership
Ensure compliance with ISO9001 standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in automotive paint quality or process engineering (OEM or Tier 1 preferred)
Strong knowledge of paint shop processes: pre-treatment/e-coat, primer/basecoat/clearcoat systems, robotic application, and curing ovens
Proficiency in quality methodologies (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC) and problem-solving tools
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Flexibility to support production schedules, including nights and weekends as needed
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
Recent News
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