Lucid Motors · 4 weeks ago
Lead Materials Industrialization Engineer - Chassis Structure and Suspension Systems
Michigan, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expLucid Motors is a company focused on luxury electric vehicles that enhance the human experience. They are seeking a Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer to ensure product quality throughout the development process, collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers while managing the APQP process and driving innovation in manufacturing.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop, manage, and improve the APQP process with suppliers from the initial design stage through PPAP submission and the start of mass production
Lead design review and ensure manufacturing needs (DFM/A) for Chassis structure commodities are considered in the design phase and that proper quality expectations are defined
Be responsible for driving and tracking all Tier suppliers responsible Engineering Design Change activities
Work cross functional with Plant level Manufacturing, Incoming Quality, Material Planning and Plant SQEs to ensure supplier quality issues are contained and Lucid plants are protected
Perform supplier assessments, audits and site inspections for sourcing; develop process improvement plans and drive implementation; monitor and maintain performance metrics
Have ability to travel 25-75% on average on a short term or long-term basis to Lucid Motors and supplier sites globally on a short notice
Document processes and compliance with ISO9001 and AIAG/ IATF16949 industry standards
Analyze data from supplier and assembly plant builds to assess capability of meeting requirements to complete the build
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Industrial Engineering
Minimum 8 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing or assembly plant environments within Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, R&D, or Manufacturing Engineering
At least 6 years of hands-on APQP and PPAP project management
Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics and drawings
In-depth knowledge of chassis quality standards and specifications
Comprehensive understanding of product quality lifecycle stages and associated quality gates
Proficient analytical skills, technical writing proficiency, and mastery of quality tools (IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA, DOE, DFM/A, GD&T)
Proven ability to collaborate effectively, leverage data, and innovate solutions
Demonstrated adaptability, a positive attitude, and a strong problem-solving orientation
Proficient verbal and written communication skills with a focus on timely delivery
Team player with interpersonal skills, hands-on and data-driven, creative mindset in problem-solving
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, be part of the solution and be able to adapt to the dynamic working environment
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Working knowledge of Smartsheet, JMP, Minitab, JIRA and Tableau is a plus
Preferred
Master's degree in Engineering
Automotive industry experience
Certification - American Society for Quality, Six Sigma Black Belt, etc
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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