Prototype Fabrication Specialist

Lucid Motors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Newark, CA is seeking a Prototype Fabrication Specialist to operate CNC waterjet cutting equipment and support manufacturing by preparing materials, loading programs, and inspecting parts. The role requires familiarity with OMAX systems and a commitment to safety and quality.

The ideal candidate has 0-2 years of related experience, basic math and measurement skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs in a fast-paced fabrication environment.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years manufacturing/fabrication/CNC operation experience.
• 1+ years operating CNC waterjet equipment preferred.
• Experience with OMAX waterjet systems and software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC waterjet cutting machines per instructions and safety procedures.
• Operate and maintain OMAX waterjet equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Set up materials, fixtures, and cutting tables for production runs.
• Load and verify CNC programs and nesting layouts using OMAX software (Intelli-MAX/Layout/Make).
• Monitor machine performance and make minor adjustments as needed.
• Inspect finished parts for dimensional accuracy and quality.

Skills

Waterjet operation

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Material handling

Education

High school diploma

Tools

OMAX Intelli-MAX

Layout

Make

Job description

The Prototype Fabrication Specialist is responsible for safely operating and maintaining CNC waterjet cutting equipment used to cut a wide variety of materials including metals, plastics, composites, rubber, glass, stone, ceramics, and specialty materials. This position supports manufacturing operations by preparing materials, loading programs, monitoring cutting processes, inspecting finished parts, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Experience with OMAX waterjet systems and OMAX Intelli-MAX software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC waterjet cutting machines according to work instructions and safety procedures.
• Operate and maintain OMAX waterjet equipment, including loading programs, selecting material‑specific cutting parameters, monitoring cut quality, and performing routine preventive maintenance.
• Set up materials, fixtures, and cutting tables for production runs.
• Load and verify CNC programs and nesting layouts using OMAX Intelli-MAX software, Layout, and Make where applicable.
• Monitor machine performance during operation and make minor adjustments as required.
• Inspect finished parts using measuring tools to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality standards.
• Perform material handling using carts, forklifts, cranes, or lifting devices as trained.
• Conduct routine machine maintenance including cleaning tanks, checking water levels, replacing nozzles and orifices, monitoring abrasive systems, and supporting pump maintenance.
• Identify and report equipment issues, material defects, or quality concerns.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, work orders, CAD‑generated files, and manufacturing specifications.
• Maintain production records and material traceability documentation.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Assist with other fabrication operations as needed.

Materials Typically Processed

• Carbon steel
• Stainless steel
• Aluminum
• Copper and brass
• Titanium and exotic alloys
• Plastics and acrylics
• Rubber and foam materials
• Composite materials
• Fiberglass
• Glass
• Ceramic materials
• Stone, granite, and marble
• Gaskets and specialty industrial materials

Requirements

• 0-2 years of manufacturing, fabrication, or CNC machine operation experience; 1+ years operating CNC waterjet equipment is preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with OMAX waterjet systems, including machine setup, operation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance preferred.
• Experience using OMAX Intelli-MAX software, Layout, and Make for program creation, nesting, and machine operation preferred.
• Ability to select and adjust cutting parameters for a wide variety of materials, including aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium, plastics, composites, rubber, glass, stone, and other specialty materials.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD files, and part prints.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to use a tape measure, calipers, micrometers, and basic inspection tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn CNC equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred

• Proficiency in operating OMAX, ProtoMAX, or similar CNC waterjet systems.
• Familiarity with abrasive management, nozzle and orifice replacement, pump maintenance, and machine calibration.
• Knowledge of material nesting strategies and optimization techniques to maximize material utilization and cutting efficiency.
• Experience performing first-article inspections and using precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
• Technical school, machining, fabrication, or manufacturing coursework.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

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.