Technical Specialist, Digital Modeling

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

Job summary

Lucid Motors seeks a Technical Specialist to join our electric vehicle design team. You will create high-quality 3D digital surface models using Autodesk Alias or ICEM Surf and advance concepts to production-ready tooling. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of surfacing in a top-tier or production setting, with Class A or production experience, plus knowledge of Catia or Grasshopper. You will collaborate with Design and Engineering to maintain design intent and feasibility.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of surfacing experience with Alias or ICEM Surf in a top tier, preferably production environment.
• Class A or production experience.
• An understanding of visualization software, Catia or Grasshopper is also beneficial.
• Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Automotive Design, Industrial Design, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality, accurate 3D digital surface models that communicate conceptual design intent using Autodesk Alias or ICEM Surf
• Develop digital surfaces from the concept stage through production-ready quality for tooling release
• Advise on and recommend solutions to overcome design and engineering challenges
• Contribute to a variety of projects, including advanced design, show cars, and production vehicles
• Collaborate closely with Design and Engineering teams to maintain design intent and production feasibility
• Communicate effectively across cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution

Skills

8+ years surfacing

Top-tier production

Visualization software (Catia/Grasshog

Education

Bachelor's degree in Automotive Design / Industrial Design

Tools

Alias

ICEM Surf

Catia

Grasshopper

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.

Working at Lucid means being part of a shared vision, where we work together to create revolutionary solutions that power the future. We are seeking a Technical Specialist to join our electric vehicle design team. If you're passionate about solving complex challenges and helping bring innovative ideas to life, we'd love to hear from you.

As an ideal candidate, you will demonstrate a positive attitude, take pride in the quality of your work, and thrive in a fast‑paced, highly creative environment.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality, accurate 3D digital surface models that communicate conceptual design intent using Autodesk Alias or ICEM Surf
• Develop digital surfaces from the concept stage through production-ready quality for tooling release
• Advise on and recommend solutions to overcome design and engineering challenges
• Contribute to a variety of projects, including advanced design, show cars, and production vehicles
• Collaborate closely with Design and Engineering teams to maintain design intent and production feasibility
• Communicate effectively across cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution

Qualifications

• 8+ years of surfacing experience with Alias or ICEM Surf in a top tier, preferably production environment.
• Class A or production experience
• An understanding of visualization software, Catia or Grasshopper is also beneficial
• Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Automotive Design, Industrial Design, or a related field

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.

Accessibility

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