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# Maintenance Automation Sr. Engineer at Lucid Motors

- **Company:** Lucid Motors
- **Location:** King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia
- **Posted:** 2025-09-23
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lucidmotors/jobs/4839165007

## 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.

Position Overview: The Maintenance Automation Sr. Engineer (PLC) plays a critical leadership role in developing, commissioning, optimizing, and sustaining advanced automation systems within a high-volume automotive Paint Shop environment. This position ensures the seamless integration and high performance of robotic, PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems across all major paint processes—including pre-treatment, e-coat, primer, basecoat, clearcoat, ovens, and final inspection. The engineer oversees the full automation lifecycle, from system specification and programming to commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. Working closely with maintenance, controls, quality, and production teams, this role ensures that automation systems meet uptime, quality, safety, and throughput targets while complying with OEM standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities: o Automation System Design & Programming

- Design and implement control strategies for robotic and automated systems in paint booths, sealer areas, and utilities.
- Develop, modify, and optimize PLC logic using Siemens S7/TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff.
- Program and refine robot paths and paint parameters for ABB IRB5500, Fanuc R-2000iC, KUKA KR series, Dürr EcoRP.
- Design and integrate HMI/SCADA interfaces for alarms, diagnostics, and real-time data visualization.

o Commissioning & Project Execution

- Lead automation commissioning for new installations, upgrades, and expansions in the paint shop.
- Support FAT/SAT, I/O validation, safety interlock testing, and functional verification.
- Optimize takt time, cycle time, and line balancing during ramp-up phases. o Integration & Data Systems
- Integrate automation systems with MES, QMS, SCADA, and traceability platforms.
- Support vision systems for defect detection and robotic path correction.
- Deploy and maintain OPC-UA/MQTT and IoT-based monitoring systems.

o Process Monitoring & Optimization

- Analyze KPIs such as FTQ, uptime, overspray, paint usage, rework rates.
- Implement automation-driven improvements to reduce energy and material consumption.
- Develop predictive maintenance strategies using historical automation data.

o Safety, Quality & Compliance

- Ensure compliance with CE, ISO 13849, OSHA, NFPA 79 and other safety standards.
- Conduct risk assessments and update safety circuits (Pilz, Siemens, SICK).
- Implement poka-yoke systems to prevent errors and enhance quality.
- Support audits and certifications related to paint operations and automation.

o Documentation & Training

- Create and maintain electrical/pneumatic schematics (EPLAN), PLC/HMI backups, FMEA reports, and robot backups.
- Develop SOPs and training modules for maintenance and production teams.
- Maintain automation change logs and version control systems.

Skills:

o Technical Skills

- PLC Expertise — Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff.
- Robotics — ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, Dürr paint robots.
- SCADA/HMI — Design, configuration, diagnostics.
- Paint Shop Automation — Conveyors, ovens, electrostatic systems, air handling.
- Electrical Troubleshooting — Strong ability to read schematics and use diagnostic tools.
- Familiarity with SAP PM, Maximo, or similar maintenance systems.

o Soft Skills

- Problem Solving under production pressure.
- Leadership in cross-functional environments.
- Communication — strong verbal, written, and technical documentation skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-driven.
- Passion for automation, innovation, and continuous improvement.

o Preferred Certifications

- PLC Programming (AB Range)
- Six Sigma Green Belt / Lean Manufacturing
- MES/Traceability Systems
- Industrial Cybersecurity
- Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, OSHA standards

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Automation Engineering. Master’s degree or equivalent professional certifications in robotic automation is preferred.
- 6–8 years of hands-on experience with industrial robots in an automotive paint shop or OEM/Tier 1 environment.
- Proven track record in commissioning and sustaining high-throughput paint automation systems.
- Direct experience with major automation platforms (Siemens, AB, Beckhoff, ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, Dürr).
- Electrical safety certifications (NFPA 70E, OSHA) preferred.

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive [benefits package](https://mylucidbenefits.com/) 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.

Candidate Data Privacy: By submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our [Candidate Privacy Notice](https://lucidmotors.com/media/document/candidate-privacy-notice.pdf).

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.

## About Lucid Motors

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Lucid Motors designs and manufactures luxury electric vehicles (EVs) using proprietary technology to achieve industry-leading range, performance, and efficiency.
- **Entity Type**: Public (Ticker: LCID)
- **Headquarters**: Newark, California, USA (Silicon Valley)
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Bernard Tse (former Tesla board member) and Sam Weng (former Oracle executive); current CEO and CTO is Peter Rawlinson (former Chief Engineer of the Tesla Model S).

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Automotive (Electric Vehicles), Clean Technology, Manufacturing
- **Target customers**: Luxury consumers (B2C) seeking high-performance, long-range electric sedans and SUVs; also developing robotaxi partnerships (B2B with Uber and Nuro).
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “To inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating the most captivating electric vehicles, centered around the human experience.” [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)

## Products & Services
- **Lucid Air**: A luxury all-electric sedan known for having the longest range of any EV on the market (up to 516 miles EPA estimated). Multiple trims including Grand Touring, Touring, and the high-performance Air Sapphire (one of the quickest production vehicles ever made). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Lucid Gravity**: The company’s first luxury electric SUV, launched in 2024, designed to combine the performance and range of the Air with SUV versatility. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Lucid Air Sapphire**: A tri-motor, ultra-high-performance variant of the Air sedan (1,234 hp, 0-60 mph in under 2 seconds). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Battery & Powertrain Technology**: Proprietary EV drivetrain components (including miniaturized drive units and battery modules) that Lucid also supplies to other companies (e.g., supplying battery technology for an electric motorsport series). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Robotaxi Platform**: Partnership with Uber and Nuro to launch a premium global robotaxi program using Lucid vehicles (announced 2025). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Approximately $8–10 billion (fluctuating; as of mid-2025, market cap has varied between $7B–$12B depending on stock price). *Note: Check current NYSE ticker LCID for real-time data.*
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue (2024): ~$809 million (publicly reported in SEC filings). Total funding raised prior to going public via SPAC merger (2021) was over $4.4 billion.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia (majority shareholder, ~60% ownership); Uber; Nuro; initial SPAC merger with Churchill Capital Corp IV.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Opened AMP-1 factory in Casa Grande, Arizona (first purpose-built greenfield EV factory in North America) with capacity scalable to 300,000 vehicles annually. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
  - Opened AMP-2 factory in Saudi Arabia (2023) – the country’s first high-tech EV manufacturing facility. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
  - Launched Lucid Gravity SUV (2024) and began European and Middle East deliveries (2025).
  - 2026 marks the company’s 10-year anniversary and preparation for revealing its next groundbreaking model. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
  - Partnership with Uber and Nuro for a robotaxi program signals expansion into autonomous mobility services.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Industry-leading efficiency**: Lucid’s proprietary EV technology (miniaturized drive units, advanced battery pack design) enables the longest range per kWh of any production EV on the market.
- **Vertical integration**: In-house design and manufacturing of motors, inverters, battery packs, and software, giving Lucid tight control over performance and cost.
- **Silicon Valley engineering DNA**: Founded by former Tesla executives and staffed with top talent from Tesla, Apple, and other tech/auto companies; strong focus on software, AI, and ADAS development.
- **Saudi Arabian backing**: Deep financial support from PIF provides a long-term capital runway that many EV startups lack, enabling large-scale factory investments.
- **First-mover in luxury EV SUV segment**: The Lucid Gravity enters the luxury SUV market as a direct competitor to the Tesla Model X, Rivian R1S, and Mercedes EQS SUV, with a unique range and efficiency advantage.

## Strategic Focus
- **Scaling production**: Ramping AMP-1 (Arizona) to full capacity and bringing AMP-2 (Saudi Arabia) online to meet global demand for Air and Gravity.
- **Global expansion**: Launching in Europe and the Middle East (2025), with a focus on luxury markets.
- **Autonomous driving**: Developing ADAS/autonomous driving technology (ADAS/AD division) and partnering with Uber/Nuro for robotaxi deployment.
- **Next-generation platform**: Preparing to unveil a new model in 2026, likely a smaller, more affordable EV to broaden market reach.
- **Sustainability**: Emphasis on efficiency as a core sustainability principle — “making the best possible use of the world’s resources” — and operating a factory powered by renewable energy. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-driven impact**: Employees contribute to accelerating the adoption of sustainable energy through cutting-edge EV technology. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
- **Engineering culture**: Described as “engineers and artists, visionaries and builders” — a fast-paced, innovation-first environment where engineers work on everything from battery chemistry to ADAS machine learning. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
- **Growth trajectory**: Rapid scaling from a startup to a global manufacturer; employees have the opportunity to “make a significant — and immediate — contribution to the future of sustainable mobility.” [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
- **Work location & flexibility**: Key hubs in Newark, CA (Silicon Valley HQ); Casa Grande, AZ (manufacturing); Southfield, MI; and King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia. Roles range from on-site manufacturing to hybrid/remote for software engineering. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
- **Comprehensive benefits**: Multiple medical/dental/vision plans, 401(k) with employer match, up to 8 weeks paid parental leave at 100% base pay, company-paid life/AD&D/disability, equity and bonus incentives, mental health support, and on-site wellness resources. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
- **Employee-led culture**: Employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities that foster connection, diversity of thought, and inclusion. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
- **Values-driven**: “One Team,” “Integrity in Action,” “Passion For Excellence,” “Act with Urgency,” “Ownership Mindset,” and “Breakthrough Innovation” are core principles. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)

## Sources
1. [lucidmotors.com – Company page](https://lucidmotors.com/company)
2. [lucidmotors.com – Careers page](https://lucidmotors.com/careers)
3. [lucidmotors.com – Life at Lucid](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid)
4. [lucidmotors.com – Homepage](https://lucidmotors.com/)
5. [Greenhouse – Lucid Motors job board](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/lucidmotors)

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