Sr. Supplier Industrialization Engineer
Lucid Motors is hiring a Sr. Supplier Industrialization Engineer. Level rates it ; you can apply on Lucid Motors.
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- On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
- Tools and skills the posting cites include apqp, ppap and pfmea.
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- Level lists 450 other open roles at Lucid Motors.
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Manage supplier readiness, launch execution, and production quality for ADAS and advanced electronics systems.
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.
Lucid is seeking a Sr. Supplier Industrialization Engineer, ADAS & Electronics, to support supplier readiness, launch execution, and production quality for advanced electronics, sensors, ECUs, PCBAs, and related vehicle systems.
In this role, you will partner with Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality, Program Management, and suppliers to ensure complex electronic components launch on time with strong quality, reliability, manufacturability, and process control.
You Will:
- Own supplier industrialization from early supplier involvement through LQP/PPAP approval, production ramp, and handoff to ongoing quality management.
- Lead supplier readiness reviews, process assessments, audits, run-at-rate validation, manufacturing readiness reviews, and corrective action closure.
- Partner cross-functionally to align technical requirements, timing, supplier capability, capacity, and launch execution.
- Drive APQP, LQP, PPAP, control plans, PFMEAs, process flows, MSA, capability studies, safe launch plans, and production readiness deliverables.
- Ensure robust manufacturing and quality controls for SMT, PCBA assembly, ECU/TLA builds, inspection, test, traceability, ESD control, material control, and change control.
- Investigate supplier quality and launch issues, drive containment and root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence.
- Escalate supplier risks, validation gaps, technical issues, part availability concerns, and launch blockers with clear facts, owners, timing, and recommended actions.
- Travel up to 20–30% to supplier sites, Lucid manufacturing locations, and launch support activities.
You Bring:
- BS in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline; MS preferred or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of manufacturing, supplier industrialization, supplier quality, quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, or launch engineering experience in automotive electronics, ADAS, ECUs, PCBAs, sensors, TLAs, or related systems.
- Hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, LQP or equivalent launch approval processes, supplier readiness, process validation, run-at-rate, safe launch, and production ramp.
- Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing, including SMT, PCBA assembly, soldering, ECU/TLA assembly, automated inspection, ICT, EOL testing, functional testing, and environmental validation.
- Working knowledge of IPC standards, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 16750, ISO 7637, AEC-Q100/AEC-Q200, and ISO 26262 functional safety principles.
- Ability to interpret schematics, drawings, BOMs, specifications, test requirements, control plans, PFMEAs, process flows, and supplier manufacturing documentation.
- Strong problem-solving and quality methods knowledge, including SPC, MSA, Gage R&R, process capability, PFMEA, 8D, 5-Why, fishbone, DOE, CAPA, and risk-based process controls.
- Excellent leadership, communication, technical writing, executive communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills in a fast-paced launch environment.
- ASQ CQE, Six Sigma, VDA 6.3, IATF auditor, IPC certification, or functional safety training preferred.
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: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.
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To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
How we rate this
Sr. Supplier Industrialization Engineer at Lucid Motors rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
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