Sealer Manual Application Technician

Lucid Motors Middle East; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays, paid sick leave

A 401(k) retirement plan

Equity program and incentive program

Job summary

Lucid Motors Middle East is seeking a Sealer Application Technician to apply seam sealers and PVC coatings on BIW and painted bodies, ensuring durability and aesthetic compliance per OEM specs.

The role requires hands-on experience with various sealant materials, strict adherence to process sequences, and collaboration with Paint Engineers, Quality, and Production teams. A technical diploma and 2-4 years in automotive paint shops are preferred, with English proficiency; Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• Technical Diploma or Vocational Certification in Automotive, Paint, Mechanical, or Industrial disciplines.
• 2-4 years of hands‑on experience in manual sealer application within an automotive paint shop.
• Proven expertise in seam sealing application and repair, PVC application, and NVH material handling.
• Ability to understand OEM work instructions, drawings, and quality standards.
• Physically fit to perform repetitive manual tasks while wearing required PPE.
• Basic communication skills in English; arabic languages are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manually apply seam sealers, hem flange sealers, PVC coatings, anti-chip, and NVH materials on BIW and painted bodies as per OEM standards and work instructions.
• Ensure correct sealer bead size, shape, continuity, overlap, and appearance in visible and non-visible areas.
• Follow defined application sequences and takt times to support continuous automotive production flow.
• Use and maintain manual application equipment such as pneumatic sealer guns, cartridges, pumps, and hoses.
• Monitor material condition including temperature, viscosity, curing window, and pot life.
• Perform visual and tactile inspections to ensure sealing completeness, adhesion, and defect-free application.
• Identify and correct sealing defects such as skips, air pockets, excess material, contamination, or poor finish.
• Coordinate with Paint Engineers, Quality, and Production teams to resolve sealing-related issues.
• Strictly follow EHS requirements related to chemical handling, ergonomics, PPE usage, and ventilation.
• Maintain excellent 5S and cleanliness standards in the sealer application area.
• Support audit readiness, launch build activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as a skilled role model, supporting training and mentoring junior technicians when required.

Skills

Sealer application expertise

NVH material handling

Reading OEM maps/instructions

MS polymer/epoxy/polyurethane/PVC

Defect identification

Education

Technical Diploma or Vocational Certification in Automotive

Tools

Pneumatic sealer guns

Cartridges, pumps, hoses

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.

The Sealer Manual Application Technician is a specialized paint shop expert responsible for the precise manual application of paint sealers and structural sealants on automotive bodies. The role ensures complete sealing integrity, corrosion protection, water tightness, noise reduction, and aesthetic compliance in accordance with OEM specifications. This role is critical to vehicle durability, customer-perceived quality, and long-term corrosion performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manually apply seam sealers, hem flange sealers, PVC coatings, anti-chip, and NVH materials on BIW and painted bodies as per OEM standards and work instructions.


• Ensure correct sealer bead size, shape, continuity, overlap, and appearance in visible and non-visible areas.


• Follow defined application sequences and takt times to support continuous automotive production flow.


• Use and maintain manual application equipment such as pneumatic sealer guns, cartridges, pumps, and hoses.


• Monitor material condition including temperature, viscosity, curing window, and pot life.


• Perform visual and tactile inspections to ensure sealing completeness, adhesion, and defect-free application.


• Identify and correct sealing defects such as skips, air pockets, excess material, contamination, or poor finish.


• Coordinate with Paint Engineers, Quality, and Production teams to resolve sealing-related issues.


• Strictly follow EHS requirements related to chemical handling, ergonomics, PPE usage, and ventilation.


• Maintain excellent 5S and cleanliness standards in the sealer application area.


• Support audit readiness, launch build activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Act as a skilled role model, supporting training and mentoring junior technicians when required.

Skills

• Expert-level knowledge of manual seam sealing and PVC application in automotive paint shops.


• Understanding of corrosion protection principles, water management, and NVH requirements. Good sealer bubble and Sealer bead repair skills.


• Ability to read and interpret sealing maps, and work instructions.


• Hands-on experience with different sealer materials (MS polymer, epoxy, polyurethane, PVC).


• Strong defect identification capability related to sealing quality and durability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical Diploma or Vocational Certification in Automotive, Paint, Mechanical, or Industrial disciplines.


• 2-4 years of hands‑on experience in manual sealer application within an automotive paint shop.


• Proven expertise in seam sealing application and repair, PVC application, and NVH material handling.


• Ability to understand OEM work instructions, drawings, and quality standards.


• Physically fit to perform repetitive manual tasks while wearing required PPE.


• Basic communication skills in English; arabic languages are an advantage.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Life and disability coverage


• Paid time off


• Paid holidays, paid sick leave


• A 401(k) retirement plan


• Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employees 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.

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