Technical Project Manager, Ignition Systems

Lucid Motors; King Abdullah Economic City; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury electric vehicle manufacturer in King Abdullah Economic City is seeking a Technical Project Manager for Ignition Systems. This role involves managing complex projects, deploying advanced Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and collaborating with engineering and IT teams to enhance production efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and over 8 years of MES and project management experience. Competitive benefits and opportunities for equity participation are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Equity program eligibility

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in MES systems, IT infrastructure, and project management.
• Expertise in MES platforms and integration with enterprise systems.
• Hands-on experience with system configuration and technical support.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed MES project plans.
• Deploy and optimize MES solutions across production.
• Analyze workflows to identify and implement efficiency improvements.

Skills

MES systems expertise

Project management

SQL proficiency

Data analytics

Industrial automation knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or related field

Tools

SAP

Rockwell FactoryTalk ProductionCenter

Job description

Technical Project Manager, Ignition Systems

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.

About the Role:

As the Technical Project Manager, Ignition Systems, you will lead the deployment of advanced Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) that power our production operations. In this role, you’ll manage complex technical projects, collaborate across engineering and IT teams, and deliver solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and performance. If you have deep MES expertise, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to be part of a company pushing the boundaries of manufacturing, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

You will:

• Develop and execute detailed MES project plans, including scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Deploy, configure, and optimize MES solutions across the production value chain.
• Ensure seamless integration with ERP (SAP), PLM, and other enterprise systems.
• Conduct FAT and UAT, prepare test cases, and deliver reports.
• Analyze workflows to identify improvement opportunities and implement strategies to boost efficiency.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and project budgets.

You bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in MES systems, IT infrastructure, and project management.
• Expertise in MES platforms and integration with ERP (SAP), PLM, and enterprise systems.
• Familiarity with industrial automation, SCADA, and PLC programming.
• Proficiency in SQL, database management, and data analytics tools.
• Hands‑on experience with system configuration, troubleshooting, and technical support.
• Preferred: Experience with Rockwell FactoryTalk ProductionCenter and Industry 4.0 technologies (IoT, machine learning, manufacturing analytics).

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.)

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