QMS Auditor

Lucid Motors Middle East; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Lucid Motors Middle East is seeking a QMS Auditor in Saudi Arabia to execute the AMP-2 audit program and assess processes for ISO 9001 and Lucid standards. You will lead audits, document findings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure continual improvement and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 1–3 years of manufacturing/auditing experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to train stakeholders across levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 internal auditor qualification is required.
• Experience conducting process, system and compliance audits is required.

Responsibilities

• Execute the AMP-2 Internal Audit Program across Quality Management System processes.
• Conduct and report process, system, and compliance audits.
• Verify corrective actions and effectiveness; ensure traceability and compliance.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Auditing

Process mapping

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Training/coaching

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 internal Auditor qualification

Tools

MS Project

Data analysis 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.

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.

The QMS Auditor is responsible for executing the AMP-2 Internal Audit Program and conducting process, system, and compliance audits across all business functions. The role evaluates adherence to QMS requirements, identifies process risks and nonconformities, verifies corrective action effectiveness, and provides objective audit results to support continual improvement, and compliance with ISO 9001, automotive requirements, and Lucid standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the AMP-2 Internal Audit Program covering all Quality Management System processes and support functions.
• Conduct, and report process audits, system audits, compliance audits, and follow-up audits.
• Assess the effectiveness, compliance, performance, and maturity of business processes against ISO 9001 requirements, Lucid standards, documented procedures, regulatory requirements, and organizational objectives.
• Evaluate process interactions, process ownership, and implementation of the Process Approach throughout the organization.
• Identify process gaps, nonconformities, risks, control weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement, and communicate audit results to process owners and leadership.
• Evaluate the impact of audit findings on product quality, customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, operational performance, and business objectives.
• Verify the adequacy of root cause analysis, corrective actions, containment actions, and effectiveness reviews to ensure sustainable resolution of identified issues.
• Monitor audit findings and action plans, track closure status, and elevate overdue, ineffective, or high-risk actions to appropriate management levels.
• Conduct risk-based audits by evaluating process risks, opportunities, controls, mitigation measures, and compliance obligation.
• Perform gap assessments against ISO 9001, applicable automotive requirements, Lucid standards, and internal policies to support continual compliance and certification readiness.
• Support external certification audits, surveillance audits, customer audits, Conformity of Production (CoP) audits, and regulatory compliance assessments.
• Review Quality Management System documentation including SOPs, Work Instructions, Forms, and Records to ensure compliance and traceability.
• Analyze process performance data, KPIs, audit trends, and recurring findings to identify systemic risks and drive continual improvement initiatives.
• Develop audit reports, dashboards, scorecards, and compliance metrics that provide clear visibility of audit performance, process risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Support Management Review activities through analysis of audit performance, process effectiveness, compliance status, risks, and improvement actions..
• Support Management Review activities through audit performance reporting and compliance analysis.
• Maintain audit records and evidence in accordance with QMS requirements
• Support the development of audit methodologies, audit tools, auditor training, and continuous improvement of the AMP-2 audit program.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of MS Office tools (MS-Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Creative, energetic, self-motivated, and highly organized.
• Ability to work in fast-paced and changing environment and scalable organization.
• Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational
• Project management capabilities are a plus.
• Presentation and communication skills are a must.
• Ability to coach and train at different levels of the manufacturing organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Implementing Quality systems in a greenfield plant is a plus.
• ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 internal Auditor qualification is a must.
• 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing organizations is a must.
• Experience with implementing, facilitating, or participating in the ISO 9001:2015 and/or IATF 16949.
• ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 internal auditor qualification is a must.
• Experience conducting process, system, and compliance audits
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 implementation and certification requirements.
• Knowledge of process mapping, SIPOC methodology, process performance management, and risk assessment techniques.
• Knowledge of Conformity of Production (CoP) requirements is a plus.
• Knowledge of dashboard development, data analysis, and performance reporting, with the ability to develop and maintain KPIs, metrics, and management reports is a plus.

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, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. 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

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