Maintenance Manager

lucid motors middle east; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Holidays

401(k)

Equity program

Cash incentive

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team across our GA shop, driving reliability, uptime, and production continuity. You will implement preventive and predictive programs and support new program launches.

The role requires strong leadership and hands‑on experience with automotive production environments. Based in Saudi Arabia, you will partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Facilities to ensure equipment readiness, launch readiness, and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in maintenance engineering or manufacturing operations in automotive or high‑volume environments.
• Proven experience in equipment maintenance, reliability improvement, and production support.
• Hands‑on experience with maintenance systems, automation equipment, and troubleshooting.
• Strong leadership experience managing technical teams in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for GA equipment and production systems.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained to meet safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Oversee maintenance execution to maximize uptime and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Establish maintenance schedules aligned with production requirements and launch timelines.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Maintenance Engineers, Technicians, and Specialists.
• Define priorities and allocate resources across shifts and production schedules.
• Build technical capability within the team to support advanced manufacturing systems.
• Drive accountability and performance management within the maintenance organization.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

High‑pressure management

Automotive maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Predictive maintenance

PLC systems

Automation & robotics

CMMS

Reliability metrics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Tools

CMMS

Maintenance planning tools

Job description

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

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading the Maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability, uptime, and production continuity across the shop. This role supports new product introductions, production ramp‑up, and steady‑state operations by implementing robust preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, managing equipment readiness, and driving continuous improvement in maintenance performance. The position plays a critical role in achieving production KPIs, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safe and efficient operation of all equipment and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance Strategy and Execution:
  • Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for GA equipment and production systems.
  • Ensure all equipment is maintained to meet safety, quality, and operational standards.
  • Oversee maintenance execution to maximize uptime and minimize unplanned downtime.
  • Establish maintenance schedules aligned with production requirements and launch timelines.
• Equipment Readiness and Launch Support:
  • Support new program launches by ensuring equipment installation, commissioning, and readiness.
  • Partner with Manufacturing Engineering during equipment handover and validation phases.
  • Ensure maintenance readiness for new product introduction and production ramp‑up.
  • Participate in equipment acceptance tests (SAT/FAT) and commissioning activities.
• Team Leadership and Resource Management:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Maintenance Engineers, Technicians, and Specialists.
  • Define priorities and allocate resources across shifts and production schedules.
  • Build technical capability within the team to support advanced manufacturing systems.
  • Drive accountability and performance management within the maintenance organization.
• Equipment Reliability and Continuous Improvement:
  • Monitor equipment performance and drive improvements in MTBF, MTTR, and overall reliability.
  • Lead root cause analysis for equipment failures using structured problem‑solving tools.
  • Implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring breakdowns.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment efficiency and lifecycle.
• Performance and KPI Management:
  • Track and report maintenance KPIs including uptime, downtime, response time, and cost efficiency.
  • Identify gaps in maintenance performance and implement improvement plans.
  • Support production teams to achieve overall plant throughput and efficiency targets.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in compliance with safety regulations and standards.
  • Promote a strong safety culture within the maintenance team and across the GA shop.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies and procedures.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Facilities teams.
  • Support process improvements by ensuring equipment capability aligns with manufacturing needs.
  • Provide technical input during design‑for‑manufacturing (DFM) and process development reviews.

Skills

• Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of automotive assembly equipment and systems.
  • Expertise in preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
  • Understanding of PLC systems, automation, robotics, and control systems.
  • Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning tools.
  • Knowledge of equipment reliability metrics (MTBF, MTTR) and analysis techniques.
• Personal Skills:
  • Strong leadership and team development capability.
  • Analytical and structured problem‑solving skills.
  • Effective communication and cross‑functional collaboration.
  • Ability to manage high‑pressure situations during production and launch phases.
  • Results‑oriented with strong ownership and accountability.
• Specific Requirements:
  • Flexibility to support off‑shift and weekend activities during launch and ramp‑up phases.
  • Experience supporting new product launches and commissioning activities preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in maintenance engineering or manufacturing operations within automotive or high‑volume production environments.
• Proven experience in equipment maintenance, reliability improvement, and production support.
• Hands‑on experience with maintenance systems, automation equipment, and troubleshooting.
• Strong leadership experience managing technical teams in a manufacturing environment.

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; and a 401(k) retirement plan. 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.

Equal Opportunity

At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

Accessibility

Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA‑Operations lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.

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