Packaging Engineering Manger

Lucid Motors; King Abdullah Economic City; On-site; SAR 337,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury electric vehicle manufacturer in King Abdullah Economic City is seeking a Manager - Packaging Engineering. You will lead the development of packaging solutions and collaborate with various teams to enhance efficiency and sustainability. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of packaging experience, including a strong background in automotive logistics. This position includes competitive benefits and the chance to impact the future of mobility.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k

Equity program

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in Packaging design & implementation.
• 3+ years in automotive logistics operations.
• Strong understanding of returnable/expendable packaging systems, materials, and testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, validation, and implementation of scalable packaging systems.
• Manage cross-functional packaging initiatives across engineering, logistics, and manufacturing.
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of packaging processes.

Skills

Proven leadership and team management experience

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, global environment

High attention to detail and a proactive mindset

Strong negotiation and vendor management skills

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Familiarity with sustainability practices

Comfortable working with cross-functional teams

Strategic thinking

Strong decision-making capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related field

Tools

PackAssistant or equivalent software

3D modeling CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

The Manager - Packaging Engineering executes the packaging engineering strategies in designing, developing, and implementing innovative packaging solutions that ensure product protection, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. This role oversees the end-to-end packaging development process, collaborating closely with product design, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to meet functional, regulatory, and environmental requirements. The manager drives continuous improvement initiatives, manages packaging projects, and aligns packaging strategies with business goals to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and support overall product success.

The ideal candidate brings a strategic thought process, digital transformation, strong team builder, and motivator with excellent communication capabilities both above and below his grade.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, validation, and implementation of scalable packaging systems for global automotive programs.
• Manage cross-functional packaging initiatives across engineering, logistics, manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of packaging processes and materials.
• Oversee packaging specifications, documentation, and compliance with industry standards.
• Utilize PackAssistant or equivalent software to simulate and optimize packaging density and logistics efficiency.
• Benchmark industry best practices and integrates innovative packaging technologies.
• Support new product launches and engineering changes with robust packaging strategies.
• Develop and manage packaging budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Ensure packaging solutions meet regulatory, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to source cost-effective and sustainable materials.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for packaging-related issues in production or logistics.
• Train and mentor packaging engineers and support staff.

Skills

• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, global environment.
• High attention to detail and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices and circular economy principles in packaging.
• Comfortable working with cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder expectations.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to align packaging initiatives with broader business goals.
• Experience in building and leading high-performing, cross-functional teams.
• Strong decision-making capabilities under pressure and in ambiguous situations.
• Ability to influence and drive change across departments and external partners.
• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and developing talent within the team.
• Effective conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Total 10+ years of hands-on experience Packaging design & implementation.
• At least 3+ years in automotive logistics operations.
• Proficiency in PackAssistant or equivalent packaging simulation software (Must).
• Strong understanding of returnable/expendable packaging systems, materials, and testing standards (ASTM, ISTA).
• Familiarity with 3D modeling CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) and Microsoft Office Suite.

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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