Lead Digital Modeler

Socket.dev; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Equity program

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Lead Digital Modeler to join our electric vehicle design team. You will create high-fidelity 3D surface models of exterior and interior parts using Alias or ICEMsurf, guiding concepts from design to tooling release.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of automotive surfacing experience, strong knowledge of curvature analysis and GD&T, and a collaborative mindset to mentor others and ensure programs run on schedule.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of surfacing experience with ALIAS or ICEMsurf in a top-tier automotive environment.
• Expert-level, detail-oriented surface modeling with curvature analysis and material effects on A-Surface.
• Understanding of tooling design, sheet metal stamping, human factors, safety requirements, gaps and flushness.
• Solid grasp of 3DX.
• Highly organized with a positive attitude and want to help Lucid meet high standards.
• Degree or foreign equivalent in Automotive Design or Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create quality, accurate 3D Digital surface models of exterior and interior parts that communicate conceptual design intent using Alias or ICEMsurf.
• Develop properties from concept stage to production-ready quality for tooling release.
• Advise and suggest solutions to overcome design, engineering or GD&T issues and improve product appearance.
• Act as a mentor to other team members, helping them overcome issues and ensuring they consider all requirements for their parts.
• Attend meetings and reviews to understand and help solve issues and to ensure the program moves in a timely fashion.
• Maintain assembly files and ensure they are organized and labelled correctly for reviews.
• Be an excellent communicator! Our ability to maintain a close synergy between design, modeling, Aero, Engineering and Project Management is one of the things that makes Lucid different.

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.

We are seekinga Lead Digital Modelerto join our electric vehicle design team. If you’re the kind of person that can identify a problem and is eager to help develop the solution, then we want to talk to you!

As an ideal candidate, you must exhibit a positive attitude and take pride in the quality of your work. You should have the ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a fast-paced, highly creative environment.

The Role:

• Create quality, accurate 3D Digital surface models of exterior and interior parts that communicate conceptual design intent using Alias or ICEMsurf.
• Develop properties from concept stage to production-ready quality for tooling release.
• Advise and suggest solutions to overcome design, engineering or GD&T issues and improve product appearance.
• Act as a mentor to other team members, helping them overcome issues and ensuring they consider all requirements for their parts.
• Attend meetings and reviews to understand and help solve issues and to ensure the program moves in a timely fashion.
• Maintain assembly files and ensure they are organized and labelled correctly for reviews.
• Be an excellent communicator! Our ability to maintain a close synergy between design, modeling, Aero, Engineering and Project Management is one of the things that makes Lucid different.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of surfacing experience with ALIAS or ICEMsurf in a top-tier automotive environment.
• An Expert level, detail-oriented, surface modeler with an innate understanding of highlighting, curvature analysis, dimensional variation and the effect of material selection on the A-Surface.
• Thorough understanding of tooling design, sheet metal stamping, human factors, safety requirements, gaps and flushness.
• Solid grasp of 3DX, is beneficial.
• A highly organized and positive attitude with a strong desire to help Lucid meet the highest standards.
• Degree or foreign equivalent in Automotive Design or Engineering preferred.

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity – we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$159,800 — $234,410 USD

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.

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