Staff Battery & Inverter Process Engineer

Lucid Motors; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 450,000 - 675,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability coverage

Paid time off

Equity program and annual incentive

Holidays and 401(k)

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Staff Battery & Inverter Manufacturing Engineer to lead HV Battery Pack and Inverter assembly processes at our AMP-2 greenfield facility. You’ll own process development, PFMEA, PPAP, SPC, and NPI readiness, ensuring high FPY, quality, and safety across the launch.

The role requires 8+ years in automotive battery or power-electronics manufacturing, strong problem-solving, and leadership to mentor a multicultural team in English/Arabic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a relevant engineering discipline with preference for a master’s degree.
• Demonstrated PFMEA, PPAP and SPC experience within IATF 16949 environments.
• Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own all technical aspects of Battery & Inverter operations on a greenfield launch.
• Define end-to-end process flow, specs, characteristics, controls, and reaction plans.
• Lead PFMEA registers, control plans, PPAP deliverables, and MTTR/MTBF initiatives.
• Drive MES-integrated SPC, traceability, and NPI readiness for new variants.
• Mentor Saudi nationals and support Safe Launch activities and capacity verification.

Skills

HV Battery/Inverter manufacturing

PFMEA/PPAP/SPC

Thermal management

Leadership

Data literacy

Cross-functional influence

English/Arabic bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics)

Master's degree preferred

Tools

IATF 16949 knowledge

Digital manufacturing tools

HV safety equipment

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 productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices andmanufacturingfacilities.Ourteamscomefromindustriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence.By refusing to settle, youcanhelpredefinewhat’spossible andshape the future of mobility.

Position Overview

The Staff Battery & Inverter Manufacturing Engineer is the senior technical lead for HV Battery Pack and Inverter assembly processes at AMP-2. Joining a greenfield facility, this staff engineer defines Battery and Inverter processes from first principles, governs PFMEA, PPAP, SPC, etc. The role is accountable for Battery/Inverter FPY, Cpk, yield, and NPI readiness and HV safety. The role operates through disciplined change control, objective launch evidence, cross-functional problem solving, and structured knowledge transfer of technical and ownership to the workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Full and complete ownership and responsibilities for all technical aspects of Battery & Inverter
• Process technical ownership
• Define end-to-end process flow, specifications, parameters, critical characteristics, control methods and reaction plans.
• Own: PFD, PFMEA, Control Plan, SWI, shop setup, centerline and change-control coherence across DU operations.
• Lead DFM/DFA, tolerance, tooling and testability reviews with Product Engineering, Supplier Quality, Test and AME.
• Define and own “Thermal management” process controls
• Protect product genealogy, calibrated-tool status, test/measurement integrity, document control and audit-ready objective evidence.
• PFMEA, Control Plans & PPAP
• Lead PFMEA registers for all Battery and Inverter operations
• Own Control Plan governance under IATF 16949 framework
• Own PPAP deliverables: MSA, Cpk/Ppk, run-at-rate, PSW submissions
• Deploy MES-integrated SPC across key Battery/Inverter parameters
• Traceability & Genealogy
• Ensure complete genealogy and traceability of cells, modules, packs, and inverters
• Own MES traceability standards and audit-readiness for HV Battery and Inverter
• NPI Readiness
• Lead manufacturing readiness for future Battery and Inverter variants
• Interface with Design, Test, and Supplier Quality on manufacturability and launch readiness reviews
• TPM & Autonomous Maintenance Support
• Support TPM deployment across Autonomous Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, and Focused Improvement pillars
• Contribute to equipment OEE improvement, MTBF/MTTR reduction, and predictive maintenance strategies
• Leverage MES, IIoT, and historian analytics to identify and eliminate losses
• HV Safety & Compliance
• Enforce HV LOTO, HVIL continuity, and mandatory HV PPE for all work on or near EV Powertrain equipment
• Comply with SASO, Saudi MOL, IEC 60204, and international safety standards (e.g. ISO 13849 / IEC 62061)
• Support HV emergency response including thermal runaway isolation and battery-related incident procedures
• Achieve and maintain HV safety competency appropriate to scope of work
• Launch Governance, Change Control & Operational Readiness
• Support AMP-2 Safe Launch activities, run-at-rate events, and capacity verification within scope
• Participate in readiness reviews, Layered Process Audits, Process Confirmation and QRQC/RCCA; close assigned actions with verified effectiveness.
• Support FAT/SAT, commissioning, equipment acceptance, Launch, run-at-rate and capacity verification, etc.
• Control production, process, software and test changes through documented risk assessment, approvals, validation, revision history and rollback or containment planning.
• Saudization & Capability
• Build Saudi national capabilities and mentor Saudi national engineers/technicians in discipline-specific skills and structured problem-solving
• Develop training materials, competency matrices, and OJT plans

Skills

• Deep HV Battery Pack and Inverter manufacturing expertise
• PFMEA, Control Plan, PPAP, and SPC mastery under IATF 16949
• Strong thermal, environmental, and dry-room process knowledge
• Leadership, passion for building new industry and for developing people
• Technical standards, structured problem solving, risk-based decision making and controlled documentation
• Data literacy: KPI definition, trend analysis, evidence-based validation and clear executive/shop-floor communication
• Cross-functional influence, supplier coordination and disciplined ownership in a greenfield launch environment
• Coaching, competency assessment and knowledge transfer in a multicultural English/Arabic workplace

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering; Master's preferred
• 8+ years in advanced automotive / EV Battery or power-electronics manufacturing; 5+ years in senior process engineering
• Demonstrated PFMEA, PPAP, SPC track record within IATF 16949
• Strong HV Battery safety awareness including thermal runaway, cell chemistry, etc
• Fluent in English; Arabic strongly preferred
• Preferred: Six Sigma Black Belt; greenfield launch; digital manufacturing tools; dry-room process expertise
• Must be able to work around automated equipment and, where authorized, high-voltage Powertrain products.
• Demonstrated experience with commissioning, FAT/SAT, launch, production readiness or high-volume manufacturing ramp within the role discipline
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949, APQP/change control, machine/HV safety and traceability requirements applicable to the role
• Preferred: recognized discipline certification, Lean/Six Sigma, greenfield EV/automotive launch
• Experience developing local technical talent in a multicultural workforce

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays, paid sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off
• 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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