Staff Engineer / Technical Specialist, Motor-Gearbox Design
Company: Lucid Motors
Location: Union City
Posted on: September 13, 2021
Job Description:
Leading the future in luxury electric and
mobility
At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury
electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend
the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence.
Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the
future of mobility.
We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by
returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every
decision we make is in service of the individual and environment.
Because when you are longer bound by convention, you are free to
define your own experience.
Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the
industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a
community for innovators who want to make an immediate and
significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more
sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.
Notice regarding COVID-19 Vaccination for positions
located in Newark, California
At Lucid (the “Company”), we prioritize the health and
wellbeing of our employees, families, and friends above all else.
In response to the novel Coronavirus, and the increased
transmissibility with recent variants, all Lucid Employees whose
employment is based in Newark, current and future, must be fully
vaccinated and provide proof thereof as a condition of continued or
future employment with the Company.
Accommodations due to medical or religious exemptions will be
considered.
As a Staff Mechanical Engineer / Technical Specialist on the
Motor Gearbox Engineering team, you will have design ownership of
next generation EV mechanical propulsion systems and components for
Lucid vehicles, motorsports programs and other applications. You
will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with talented
and passionate colleagues to design, prototype, test and launch
these exciting products into production.
The Role:
- Lead the engineering design and development of next generation
EV mechanical propulsion systems from concept to production
- Engineer components and subsystems including motors,
geartrains, castings, lubrication systems and other structural,
thermal, and rotational components
- Set detailed system and component specifications to meet high
level functional requirements (performance, efficiency, durability,
etc.)
- Develop innovative design solutions based on a deep
understanding of engineering fundamentals coupled with an awareness
of industry practices
- Create well-structured 3D CAD models utilizing both top-down
and bottom-up practices as appropriate
- Create clear and detailed 2D drawings and other necessary
documentation to communicate design intent
- Perform engineering analysis (CAE, etc.) to ensure alignment
with specified and functional requirements
- Thoughtfully apply tolerance analysis, GD&T and other
techniques to ensure manufacturability, quality and
performance
- Work hands-on to prototype, test and refine hardware,
equipment, and processes
- Collaborate with Test and Reliability teams to develop and
execute rigorous design and product validation test plans
- Work closely with Supply Chain and SQA to source, industrialize
and PPAP vendors
- Support production launch and continuous improvement activities
as needed
- Travel domestically and internationally as required
Qualifications:
- At least 8 years of relevant design release experience in
electric motors, geartrains, castings, thermal systems or other
relevant products
- Demonstrated track record of excellence and innovation yielding
tangible results in at least one (preferably more) finished,
manufactured product
- Outstanding CAD skills - preferably CATIA V6/3DX
- Extensive experience designing for various manufacturing
processes, including (but not limited to) casting, machining,
forging, gear cutting, injection molding and stamping
- Excellent organization and project management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive, ownership mindset and strong work ethic
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced, rapidly changing
environment
- Collaborative, team player personality
Preferred:
- Automotive powertrain experience - especially transmission and
EV powertrain systems
- Experience selecting and working directly with suppliers and
subcontractors
- Advanced CAD skills including advanced surfacing, generative
design, and other techniques
- Hands-on mechanical fabrication and prototyping skills
- Previous direct involvement in product launch for mass
production
- Experience with DFMEA, 8D, DOE other structured evaluation and
problem-solving methodologies
Education:
- BS, minimum (MS, preferred) in mechanical engineering 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 and is an affirmative action employer.
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.
To all recruitment
agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency
resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or
other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for
any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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