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# Process Engineering Manager at Lucid Motors

- **Company:** Lucid Motors
- **Location:** King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia
- **Posted:** 2025-09-19
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16
- **Apply:** https://lucidmotors.com/careers/search/4839283007?gh_jid=4839283007

## 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 Manufacturing Process Engineering Manager is responsible for developing, industrializing, validating, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes across AMP-2 Powertrain operations. The role owns process capability, production readiness, process control, industrialization, continuous improvement, and capability building across the site. The role operates through disciplined change control, objective launch evidence, cross-functional problem solving, and structured transfer of technical ownership to the workforce.

## Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Process Strategy & Industrialization

- Manufacturing Process Strategy & Industrialization
- Develop process strategies and manufacturing standards.
- Lead line balancing, process optimization and industrialization.
- Lead RCA governance and closed-loop failure elimination.

Process Engineering Support Leadership

- Direct PE technicians and engineering builds support; ensure tooling, gauge, and equipment engineering coverage.
- Partner with Product Engineering and other functions on capability improvement, launch support, and NPI.
- Own PFMEA, Control Plans, process capability and validation.
- Implement error proofing and robust process controls.
- Collaborate across Production, Quality, Maintenance, Automation/Robotics, Manufacturing Engineering, EHS, IT/OT, MES, Supply Chain, Product Engineering and suppliers to achieve the department's goals and objectives.

Launch Management & Production Readiness

- Support FAT/SAT, commissioning, Safe Launch and volume ramp.
- Lead readiness reviews and operational escalations.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

- Drive OEE, cycle time reduction and waste elimination.
- Lead structured problem solving and cost improvement.

TPM & Industry 4.0 Ownership

- Support the TPM function; deploy Autonomous Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, and Focused Improvement pillars.
- Own equipment standards and measure reports.
- Own parts of the OEE, MTBF, and MTTR performance across scope.
- Drive Industry 4.0 deployment, including MES, IIoT, machine connectivity, historian analytics, and predictive maintenance.

HV Safety & Compliance

- Enforce HV LOTO, HVIL continuity, and mandatory HV PPE for all work on or near EV Powertrain equipment.
- Comply with SASO, Saudi MOL, IEC 60204, and functional safety standards (ISO 13849 / IEC 62061).
- Support HV emergency response including thermal runaway isolation and battery-related incident procedures.
- Achieve and maintain HV safety competency appropriate to scope of work.

Launch Governance & Ramp-Up

- Own Safe Launch, run-at-rate, and capacity verification governance through SOP and volume ramp.
- Chair Launch Readiness Reviews, Layered Process Audits, and Process Confirmation routines.
- Lead QRQC / War Room escalation during launch and ramp-up phases.
- Ensure operational readiness for future powertrain variants and product introductions.

Technical Function Strategy, Organization & Investment

- Design the integrated Maintenance, Reliability, Automation, Robotics, Spares and Manufacturing Engineering operating model, coverage and governance.
- Own technical Opex/Capex, lifecycle risk, obsolescence, service contracts, vendor performance and make/buy decisions across the asset base.
- Establish EEM, maintainability, reliability, controls and spare-parts acceptance criteria for new equipment and future variants.
- Build leadership succession and multi-year Saudi technical capability pipeline with measurable certification and ownership transfer.

Launch Governance, Change Control & Operational Readiness

- Support FAT/SAT, commissioning, equipment acceptance, Safe Launch, run-at-rate and capacity verification with objective evidence and disciplined punch-list closure.
- Control production, process, software and test changes through documented risk assessment, approvals, validation, revision history and rollback or containment planning.
- Participate in readiness reviews, Layered Process Audits, Process Confirmation and QRQC/RCCA; close assigned actions with verified effectiveness.

Safety, Quality, Data Integrity & Compliance

- Apply role-specific HV LOTO/HVIL, machine safety, stored-energy isolation, electrical safe-work and PPE requirements.
- Protect product genealogy, calibrated-tool status, test/measurement integrity, document control and audit-ready objective evidence.
- Comply with applicable AMP-2, SASO, Saudi labor/EHS, IATF 16949, IEC 60204 and functional-safety requirements within assigned scope.

Saudization, Capability Transfer & Collaboration

- Build Saudi national capability through structured OJT, ILU/skills matrices, practical assessment, certification, cross-training and documented knowledge transfer.
- Create technical standards, troubleshooting guides and training material.
- Coach direct reports on active development of Saudi nationals as a personal KPI.

## Skills

- Strong manufacturing engineering leadership; APQP, PFMEA, Lean Six Sigma; automation and Industry 4.0; problem solving; data analytics; cross-functional leadership; workforce development.
- Deep TPM, RCM, and Industry 4.0 fluency.
- Passion for creating new systems and building capabilities.
- Technical standards, structured problem solving, risk-based decision making and controlled documentation.
- Data literacy: KPI definition, trend analysis, evidence-based validation and clear executive/shop-floor communication.
- Cross-functional influence, supplier coordination and disciplined ownership in a greenfield launch environment.
- Coaching, competency assessment and knowledge transfer.

## Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Control Engineering; Master's preferred.
- 10+ years in advanced automated manufacturing; 5+ years in senior maintenance/reliability/engineering leadership.
- Demonstrated leadership of Maintenance, Automation, and Reliability functions in an EV or high-automation OEM/Tier-1.
- Proven greenfield launch and TPM deployment experience.
- Strong track record with CMMS platforms (SAP PM, Maximo, or equivalent).
- Fluent in English; Arabic strongly preferred.
- Preferred: CMRP; Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt; TPM certification; EV Powertrain launch experience.
- Demonstrated experience with commissioning, FAT/SAT, launch, production readiness or high-volume manufacturing ramp within the role discipline.
- Working knowledge of IATF 16949, APQP/change control, machine/HV safety and traceability requirements applicable to the role.
- Ability to support site, shift, weekend, shutdown or emergency activities when operationally required.
- Preferred: recognized discipline certification, Lean/Six Sigma, greenfield EV/automotive launch and KSA workforce-development experience

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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