Manager, Interiors Cabin

Lucid Motors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Newark, California is seeking an experienced Interiors Engineering Lead to drive the design, development, and release of interior components and systems across trim, headliner, overhead, and related assemblies.

You will lead a cross-functional team, coach engineers, establish objectives, and align interfaces with design studio, supply chain, and manufacturing to meet cost, quality, and schedule goals. A strong CAD background and program leadership are required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of demonstrated experience as a detail-oriented Interior Components and Systems development lead.
• Knowledge and understanding of automotive interior components and systems industry benchmarks, trends and supplier competencies.
• Vehicle and product launch experience, including root cause solving and change / fix implementations.
• Experience creating/improving/establishing technical product specifications and timelines to achieve an accelerated development cycle towards SOP.
• Experienced in using CAD to create 2D/3D concept drawings, interior components and systems, packaging layouts and DFM studies (CATIA V5/V6 preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Interiors engineering team including direct reports.
• Own development and release of interior systems (trim, headliner, overhead, trunk trim etc.).
• Assist with technical direction to other engineers helping coach and mentor through their development.
• Be the lead for hiring and building the organization allocating resources and workload to address program and engineering requirements.
• Drive cross-functional alignment including driving interface alignment, testing, materials, manufacturing process, assembly process etc.
• Help Design Studio develop and release and engineer studio surfaces.
• Supply chain making sure cost targets and part availability on time are met.
• Support vehicle level testing as well as vehicle safety development.
• Approve and evaluate Engineering change requests (ECRs).
• Help define cost targets, CBDs, and should-cost alignment.
• Create industry-leading Interior Components or Systems, with groundbreaking luxury, craftsmanship, performance, safety, ergonomics, and functionality.
• Contribute to the packaging, engineering, release, and launch of Interior Components and Systems in the Lucid portfolio.
• Work interactively within a cross-functional marketing, design, and vehicle engineering team, placing priority on the greater benefit of the vehicle above any one individual system.
• Collaborate with Interior trim suppliers to ensure technical excellence and on time delivery of Lucid Interior Components and Systems.
• Employ and develop effective tools and an innovative approach to supporting the team and product development.

Skills

Interior components leadership

Automotive interior knowledge

Root cause analysis

CAD concept drawings

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

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.

Role

Lead and manage the Interiors engineering team including direct reports. Align team daily work and activities, helping prioritize and remove blocks by helping bring clarity to the team and translating vague requests into actionable items.

Own development and release of interior systems (trim, headliner, overhead, trunk trim etc.).

Assist with technical direction to other engineers helping coach and mentor through their development. Setting up clear objectives and expectations with regular feedback, including performance management.

Be the lead for hiring and building the organization allocating resources and workload to address program and engineering requirements.

Drive cross-functional alignment including driving interface alignment, testing, materials, manufacturing process, assembly process etc.

Help Design Studio develop and release and engineer studio surfaces.

Supply chain making sure cost targets and part availability on time are met.

Support vehicle level testing as well as vehicle safety development.

Approve and evaluate Engineering change requests (ECRs)

Help define cost targets, CBDs, and should-cost alignment

Create industry-leading Interior Components or Systems, with groundbreaking luxury, craftsmanship, performance, safety, ergonomics, and functionality

Contribute to the packaging, engineering, release, and launch of Interior Components and Systems in the Lucid portfolio

Work interactively within a cross-functional marketing, design, and vehicle engineering team, placing priority on the greater benefit of the vehicle above any one individual system.

Collaborate with Interior trim suppliers to ensure technical excellence and on time delivery of Lucid Interior Components and Systems.

Employ and develop effective tools and an innovative approach to supporting the team and product development.

Qualifications

7+ years of demonstrated experience as a detail-oriented Interior Components and Systems development lead (for one or more: Hard trim, Soft trim, IP, Door trims, Consoles, Headliners, etc.)

Knowledge and understanding of automotive Interior Components and Systems industry benchmark, trends and supplier competencies

Vehicle and product launch experience, experience of delivering products to the assembly factory; having gone through root cause solving and change / fix implementations.

Experience creating/improving/establishing technical product specifications and timelines to achieve an accelerated development cycle towards SOP

Experienced in using CAD to create 2D/3D concept drawings, Interior Components and Systems, packaging layouts and DFM studies (CATIA V5/V6 preferred)

Advantageous

Flexibility and ability to adapt to achieve success in a fast-paced startup environment.

Several full program cycle experiences from concept to production launch in automotive Interior Components and Systems

Profound knowledge of vehicle Interior Components and Systems and demonstrabletrack record of technical excellence and program execution

A solid knowledge of plastic parts design, structural performance, manufacturing technologies, craftsmanship, ergonomics, safety and homologation requirements

Strong competency in materials selection, plastic injection molding/DFM, and GD&T

A strong desire to create the very best product, working as an integral part of a very capable team

Education

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or in a relevant discipline

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)

$174,900—$256,520 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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