The Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Powertrain Battery & Electronics will be responsible for taking the lead role in designing new Powertrain equipment at Lucid. This candidate will work closely with Logistics, Manufacturing Operations, Facilities, Product Engineering, New Product Introduction and other cross-functional teams to ensure Powertrain equipment is properly designed and installed. 

You will:

• Demonstrate the ability to lead technical efforts of teams engaged in complex equipment engineering development
• Develop manufacturing process for Powertrain lines.
• Prepare and procure all items for station readiness for Powertrain line launches.
• Able to work cross-functionally with all disciplines involved in specifying and engineering Powertrain equipment.
• Work collaboratively with project team on all stages of Powertrain line development from conception to launch.
• Ability to efficiently implement engineering solutions on manufacturing equipment based on product design changes.
• Utilize analytic problem-solving skills, including knowledge of 8D, Six Sigma, DOE or similar certifications/ disciplines.
• Use of 3D modeling and simulations to validate equipment designs.
• Familiarity with equipment control systems, equipment I/Os and basic machine coding logic
• Work with layout engineering to prepare and optimize Powertrain line layouts.
• 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.
• Experience with Battery lines: Enclosure, Pack, Module. GD&T, CMM, OMM, leak test, adhesive dispense, accelerated curing, Hipot testing, Dielectrics, Leak tests, End of line testing (HV/LV), AGVs, ASRS equipment, Vision with automated Fiducial offsets, Laser welding, Wire bonding, bar code reading, vision system inspection, potting, HV testing, box cutting automation.

You bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (Electronics) or Communications Engineering and at least 5 years of professional experience 
• 8+ years in Powertrain Equipment/ Manufacturing/ Process Engineering
• 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

The Powertrain E-Motor Sr. Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for taking the lead role in designing new Powertrain equipment at Lucid. The Powertrain E-Motor Sr. Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with Logistics, Manufacturing Operations, Facilities, Product Engineering, New Product Introduction and other cross-functional teams to ensure Powertrain equipment is properly designed and installed. 

You Will: 

• Demonstrate the ability to lead technical efforts of teams engaged in complex equipment engineering development
• Develop manufacturing process for motor winding, balancing, assembly and EOL testing lines
• Prepare and procure all items for station readiness for Powertrain line launches
• Able to work cross-functionally with all disciplines involved in specifying and engineering Powertrain equipment
• Work collaboratively with project team on all stages of Powertrain line development from conception to launch
• Ability to efficiently implement engineering solutions on manufacturing equipment based on product design changes
• Utilize analytic problem-solving skills, including knowledge of 8D, Six Sigma, DOE or similar certifications/ disciplines
• Use of 3D modeling and simulations to validate equipment designs
• Familiarity with equipment control systems, equipment I/Os and basic machine coding logic 
• Work with layout engineering to prepare and optimize Powertrain line layouts
• 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
• Experience with GD&T, Winding equipment, trickle coating, spinning balancing, DC tools, Dyno testing, DC tools, press equipment.
• Own end to end E Motor manufacturing line performance, including throughput, yield, uptime, and launch readiness.
• Drive equipment and process design decisions balancing cost, capacity, manufacturability, scalability, and long term sustainment.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for chronic equipment and process issues impacting safety, quality, delivery, or cost.
• Serve as a technical mentor and escalation point for Manufacturing Engineers and technicians supporting Powertrain E Motor lines.
• Review and guide equipment and process designs to ensure best practices, standardization, and reuse across Powertrain programs.
• Provide technical leadership during equipment buy off, commissioning, and production ramp up.
• Lead technical engagement with equipment suppliers, including RFQ development, design reviews, FAT/SAT, and final acceptance.
• Support capital planning and justification for new and modified Powertrain manufacturing equipment.
• Ensure supplier solutions meet Lucid standards for safety, reliability, maintainability, and automation robustness.
• Partner with Product Engineering to influence DFM/DFA decisions and manufacturing feasibility early in the design phase.

You Bring: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• 5+ years in Powertrain E-Motor Equipment/ Manufacturing/ Process Engineering
• Experience in the automotive Powertrain E-Motor 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
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.

As a Sr. Automation Engineer, Powertrain, you will be responsible of insuring new and existing control systems meet throughput, safety and quality requirements for production, as well as designing and developing continuous improvement projects according to the company's needs.   

You will:   

• Have familiarity with equipment control systems, equipment I/Os and basic machine coding logic 
• Work with layout engineering to prepare and optimize Powertrain line layouts    
• Experience working with the following equipment: robotics, end of arm tooling, pick and place automation, position sensors, material handling, fluid dispensing, vision systems, conveyor and laser cleaning and welding  
• Develop company level, factory level, and line/machine level controls standards and specification for application by internal equipment development team and external partners    
• Create data management and tracking communications network architecture and interface with cross-functional teams for product, processes and quality traceability control implementation  
• Architect, write and debug PLC ladder logic with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable. PLC code will interact with subsystems such as conveyors, robots, Manufacturing Execution System (MES), LabView, machine vision, and 3rd party equipment    
• Implement (ANSI/RIA15.06/OSHA compliant) control reliable safety systems for safeguarding robots, gantries, conveyors, and other high volume manufacturing equipment    
• Generate aesthetically simple HMI screens for complex machinery while providing sufficient feedback for troubleshooting  
• Enforce application of Lucid Motors standards, Manage external integrators during specification, design review, design approval    
• Establish test plans and control test plan execution at Vendor and at Lucid Motors facility during installation and buy-off  
• Train Maintenance and Production teams to support automated equipment after deployment into production    
• Create machine interactions with plant-wide Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to communicate product acceptability, machine status, and process variables    
• Debug and optimize automated processes to maximize cycle time, improve availability and yield   

You bring:   

• Bachelor’s Degree in Controls Systems Engineering, Electrical and Controls Engineering, or Automation and Control Engineering and at least 5 years of professional experience
• 5+ years of experience in an Automation Engineering role, automotive industry experience is preferred  
• Proficiency with process integration and electromechanical / mechatronic systems  
• In-depth knowledge of Safety standards (ANSI/RIA15.06, OSHA) 
• Advanced proficiency programming industrial equipment 
• PLCs and Safety PLCs (Allen Bradley and/or Siemens)    
• Human Machine Interface (Ignition, FactoryTalk Optix, Siemens WinCC)    
• Field bus Networks (Ethernet IP, PROFINET, Safety rated field bus networks)    
• Serial communication (RS-232) between PLCs and instruments    
• Ethernet communications between machine PLCs and database systems    
• Demonstrated excellence in programming PLCs. Must have a well-defined methodology for maintaining code structure and organization. Ability to program state machines for complex processes which involve multi-station parallel processing, pick and place automation, data acquisition, and PID control.  Proven ability to design fault-tolerant systems with error handling and recovery    
• Proficiency selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware, remote I/O, VFD and servo systems  
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (LVDT and pressure transducers, dispense systems, temperature controllers, DC nut runner torque controllers, current and power meters, etc)    
• Experience interfacing with and programming Fanuc Robots is a plus    
• Experience with Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc) is desired    
• Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment is highly desired    
• Experience transitioning products and processes from prototype to production desired    
• Knowledge of production quality metrics is a plus    
• Ability to use 3D CAD packages such as with SolidWorks and CATIA is a plus   

The Staff Manufacturing Test Engineer – Powertrain will serve as a senior technical leader responsible for defining, integrating, and sustaining manufacturing test strategies across Lucid’s electric powertrain systems, including traction inverters, Drive Units, and high‑voltage battery assemblies. 

This role is focused on systems-level test ownership, ensuring alignment of test architecture, data strategy, safety standards, and validation methodology across powertrain commodities—while partnering closely with commodity‑level test engineers, Design Engineering, Controls, Quality, Production, and external equipment suppliers. 

As a Staff‑level engineer, this role emphasizes technical authority, cross‑functional leadership, and strategic scalability, rather than day‑to‑day ownership of individual test stations. 

You Will 

• Serve as the manufacturing test technical authority for powertrain systems, providing oversight and direction across inverter, Drive Unit, and battery test architectures. 
• Review and approve powertrain‑level test strategies, specifications, and major change requests from Design Engineering, ensuring consistency, manufacturability, and scalability across commodities. 
• Define common test principles for end‑of‑line (EOL) and in‑process testing, including test sequencing philosophy, limit strategies, failure‑mode handling, safety requirements, and data traceability. 
• Guide and review test system designs to ensure alignment in HV/LV safety, grounding, shielding, thermal considerations, and connectorization standards across all powertrain stations. 
• Provide technical mentorship and design oversight to commodity‑focused test engineers (Inverter, DU, Battery) during system development, commissioning, and production ramp. 
• Lead technical reviews for externally supplied powertrain test equipment, including RFQs, supplier selection, architecture reviews, and design validation. 
• Partner with Controls Engineering to ensure proper integration of test applications with station PLCs, dynos, load systems, cooling systems, safety circuits, and material handling equipment. 
• Define and review commissioning and validation methodologies across powertrain test systems, including GR&R, fault injection, red‑rabbit units, and simulation of electrical, mechanical, thermal, and communication failures. 
• Act as a key escalation point for complex production issues, supporting root‑cause analysis, yield improvement, and false‑fail reduction across powertrain test operations. 
• Collaborate with factory data and analytics teams to enable consistent test data architecture, serial‑level traceability, yield dashboards, and long‑term quality monitoring across powertrain systems. 
• Support training strategies for operations and maintenance teams, ensuring safe operation and effective troubleshooting of high‑voltage powertrain test systems. 

You Bring 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Controls Systems Engineering, Electrical and Controls Engineering, or Automation and Control Engineering and at least 5 years of professional experience.
• 8+ years of experience developing, launching, and supporting automated test equipment in high‑volume manufacturing environments.
• Prior experience with EV powertrain systems, with direct exposure to two or more of the following areas: traction inverters, electric motors / Drive Units, or high‑voltage battery modules or packs. 
• Strong understanding of high‑voltage EV systems, including safety requirements, insulation resistance, hipot testing, functional power testing, and energy storage hazards. 
• Proven ability to define test strategies without being limited to hands‑on station ownership across all commodities simultaneously. 
• Experience guiding test hardware design using platforms such as National Instruments PXI, cDAQ, or cRIO, or equivalent industrial test architectures. 
• Strong software development or technical review experience with tools such as NI LabVIEW, NI TestStand, Python, MATLAB, Vector / CANoe, or similar manufacturing test frameworks. 
• Working knowledge of automotive communication protocols, including CAN, CAN‑FD, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet. 
• Proficiency reviewing electrical schematics and system layouts using tools such as AutoCAD or EPLAN. 
• Experience interfacing test systems with PLCs and industrial networks such as Ethernet/IP or OPC‑UA. 
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional technical discussions, influence design decisions, and provide clear direction across engineering, production, quality, and suppliers. 
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to balance strategic oversight and hands‑on technical problem solving when required.  

The Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer – Drive Unit will play a lead role in developing, launching, and sustaining automated test systems for Lucid’s electric Drive Unit manufacturing lines. This role is deeply embedded in high‑volume EV powertrain production and focuses on end‑of‑line (EOL) and in‑process testing of electric motors, inverters, and integrated Drive Unit assemblies. The engineer will partner closely with Design Engineering, Controls, Quality, Production, and external equipment suppliers to ensure robust, repeatable, and data‑driven test solutions. 

You Will: 

• Review and approve Drive Unit test specifications and change requests from design engineering, acting as the manufacturing test authority for motor, inverter, and integrated DU validation. 
• Analyze and provide feedback on test sequences, limits, cycle time, process flow, and failure‑mode handling for Drive Unit EOL and sub‑assembly test stations.cycle time, process flow, and failure‑mode handling 
• Design and own test system hardware for Drive Unit testing, including system layout, cabinet and rack design, connectorization, HV/LV routing, shielding, grounding, and thermal considerations to support high‑power EV components. 
• Develop modular and scalable test applications with clear operator interfaces for Drive Unit testing, including parameter management, test sequencing, fault messaging, and data logging. 
• Implement databases to manage Drive Unit test parameters, serial‑level results, traceability, and correlation to manufacturing and quality systems. 
• Define DUT handling, fixturing, and electrical/mechanical interfaces for Drive Unit test stations, including HV safety interlocks and automated connection strategies. 
• Collaborate with controls engineers to integrate test applications with station PLCs, dynos, and material handling systems, including responses to functional, electrical, and safety‑related failure modes. 
• Lead sourcing, RFQs, supplier selection, build tracking, and technical oversight for externally supplied Drive Unit test equipment. 
• Develop and execute commissioning and validation plans for Drive Unit test systems, including GR&R, red‑rabbit units, fault injection, and simulation of electrical, mechanical, and communication failures.commissioning and validation plans for Drive Unit test systems, including GR&R, red‑rabbit units, fault injection, and simulation of electrical, mechanical, and communicationcommissioning and validation plans for Drive Unit test systems, including GR&R, red‑rabbit 
• Launch Drive Unit test systems into production and provide on‑floor support during ramp, including tuning limits, improving robustness, and reducing false fails. 
• Train maintenance and operations teams on Drive Unit test station operation, error recovery, and troubleshooting. 
• Partner with factory data and analytics teams to enable Drive Unit test data visualization, yield tracking, and long‑term quality monitoring. 

You Bring: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or Electrical and Electronic Engineering and at least 5 years of professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience developing and launching automated test equipment in high‑volume manufacturing environments. 
• Direct experience testing EV Drive Unit components such as electric motors, inverters, or integrated motor‑gearbox assemblies. 
• Strong understanding of high‑voltage and high‑current EV systems, including insulation resistance, hipot, functional power testing, and safety requirements. 
• Hands‑on experience with Drive Unit EOL testing such as motor spin tests, inverter functional tests, resolver/encoder validation, phase resistance, back‑EMF, torque or speed verification, and dyno‑based testing. 
• Detailed knowledge of electrical and electronic components, HV/LV connectors, cables, shielding, and grounding best practices. 
• Ability to design electrical schematics using AutoCAD, EPLAN, or equivalent tools. 
• Experience developing test hardware using National Instruments platforms such as PXI, cDAQ, or cRIO. 
• Strong software development experience with NI LabVIEW, NI TestStand, Python, MATLAB, or similar tools used in manufacturing test environments. 
• Working knowledge of automotive communication protocols including CAN, CAN‑FD, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet. 
• Proficiency using electrical test equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, DMMs, power analyzers, and motor/inverter diagnostic tools. 
• Experience interfacing test systems with PLCs and industrial networks such as Ethernet/IP or OPC‑UA is a plus. 
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple test stations, suppliers, and launch timelines in parallel. 
• Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, production, quality, and external suppliers.