Senior Chassis Structures Architect

Lucid Motors; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity program

Discretionary annual bonus

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Southfield, MI is seeking a Technical Specialist for Chassis Structures and Architecture to lead the design of chassis components from concept through production. You will define requirements, develop roadmaps, and mentor engineers while coordinating with CAE teams and suppliers.

The role emphasizes innovative suspension structures, advanced joining technologies, and robust documentation. Expect travel up to 20% and a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years automotive industry experience focused on chassis mechanical design.
• Proven experience designing and releasing components from concept through production.
• Hands-on experience with prototype assembly, development, and troubleshooting.
• Experience in technology evaluation, supplier selection, and system architecture development.
• Strong 3D CAD skills, project leadership experience, and mentoring capabilities.
• Experience with engineering release processes, change management, and project management.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of chassis structural components from initial concept through production launch.
• Define component requirements based on performance, durability, ride, handling, NVH, and safety targets.
• Develop technology roadmaps and identify innovative solutions for future vehicle programs.
• Drive engineering excellence at system and component levels with attention to detail.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to engineering teams.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers for optimal system integration.
• Coordinate virtual engineering activities and physical validation testing.
• Partner with CAE team to develop and optimize new vehicle architectures and structural concepts.
• Manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain engineering documents (DVP&R, DFMEA, diagrams).
• Review and approve DVP&R documentation, control plans, and other deliverables.
• Champion AI-driven engineering and simulation tools to reduce external testing needs.
• Investigate and implement advanced joining and manufacturing technologies.
• Support technology, supplier, and system selection decisions for future platforms.

Skills

8+ years automotive chassis experience

Proven concept-to-production design

Prototype assembly & troubleshooting

Technology evaluation & supplier sel.

3D CAD proficiency

Leadership & mentoring

Engineering release & change mgmt

Travel up to 20%

AI-driven engineering & simulation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

CATIA V6

Job description

Lucid Motors in Southfield, MI is seeking a Technical Specialist for Chassis Structures and Architecture to lead the design of chassis components from concept through production. You will define requirements, develop roadmaps, and mentor engineers while coordinating with CAE teams and suppliers.

The role emphasizes innovative suspension structures, advanced joining technologies, and robust documentation. Expect travel up to 20% and a fast-paced, high-impact environment.