Quality Engineer II, Body Structures & Closures

Lucid Motors Middle East; King Abdullah Economic City; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors Middle East seeks a Quality Engineer for Body Structures & Closures at AMP2, KSA. You will lead quality activities across the product lifecycle, protect production lines from quality risks, and collaborate with Supplier Quality, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Launch, and Field Quality teams.

The role requires 5+ years in quality or manufacturing and strong data analysis, with MES familiarity plus cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence, motivate, and gain alignment across cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Strong data analysis and visualization capabilities.
• Experience leading complex quality issues and communicating effectively at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance of quality deliverables at each project milestone during launch.
• Lead quality test and validation follow-up with Product Engineering.
• Review, validate, and support APQP/PPAP activities with Supplier Quality and Product Engineering.
• Ensure part maturity and readiness to secure production line stability.
• Monitor and drive responsiveness between Incoming Quality and suppliers on non-conforming parts.
• Define Incoming Quality Inspection requirements and train internal teams and third-party resources.
• Track and resolve Incoming Quality findings during launch with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Identify supplier risks and lead mitigation plans with Supplier Quality Development.
• Drive problem-solving with Launch team and validate solutions via Gemba walks.
• Lead containment and root-cause resolution for internal quality issues from PDI and Lucid Customer Product Audits.
• Lead 0MiS, 3MiS, 6MiS and similar findings with relevant teams.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, Total Quality Management, or related discipline

Tools

MES

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.

As a Quality Engineer, Body Structures & Closures, you will lead quality engineering activities for Body Structures and Closures at AMP2 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). You will work in a fast‑paced, highly dynamic environment alongside a motivated, cross‑functional team supporting some of Lucid’s most challenging and high‑impact programs.

In this role, you will partner across the full product lifecycle to proactively protect Lucid’s production lines from quality risks. You’ll collaborate closely with Supplier Quality, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Launch, and Field Quality teams to ensure robust quality execution from early development through launch and production.

You Will

• Ensure compliance of quality deliverables at each project milestone during the launch phase in alignment with corporate standards
• Lead quality test and validation follow‑up with Product Engineering
• Review, validate, and support APQP/PPAP activities in partnership with Supplier Quality and Product Engineering
• Ensure part maturity and readiness to secure production line stability
• Monitor and drive responsiveness between Incoming Quality and suppliers on non‑conforming parts
• Define Incoming Quality Inspection requirements and support training of internal teams and third‑party resources
• Collect, track, and resolve Incoming Quality findings during launch in collaboration with suppliers and cross‑functional teams
• Proactively identify supplier risks and lead mitigation plans with Supplier Quality Development
• Drive problem‑solving activities with the Launch team, validate solution implementation through Gemba walks, and ensure long‑term sustainability
• Lead containment and root‑cause resolution for internal quality issues identified through Pre‑Delivery Inspection (PDI) and Lucid Customer Product Audits
• Contribute to customer satisfaction by leading 0MiS, 3MiS, 6MiS, and similar quality findings, including containment and corrective actions, in coordination with Field Quality, Supplier Quality, Product Engineering, and Manufacturing
• Ensure readiness and approvals for New Parts Introduction (NPI), including trials, part change management, and PPAP approvals
• Track and monitor Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) within PLM or equivalent systems

You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, Total Quality Management, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of overall quality or manufacturing experience (post‑graduation)
• 2–4 years of experience supporting a greenfield OEM environment
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Ability to influence, motivate, and gain alignment across cross‑functional teams and senior leadership
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment
• Strong data analysis and visualization capabilities
• Experience leading complex quality issues and communicating effectively at all organizational levels
• Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) 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 strengths 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.

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