Sr. Design Painter

About Lucid

At Lucid we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucids 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 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 productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices the world united by a shared commitment to refusing to settle youcanhelpredefinewhatspossible andshape the future of mobility.

Role Overview

The Senior Design Painter is responsible for executing advanced paint surfacing color development and finish work for show cars and Design Studio development models. Working closely with the Lead Design Painter and cross-functional studio teams this role transforms design intent into concours-level physical finishes with exceptional surface quality color accuracy gloss depth and consistency. The ideal candidate pairs expert hands-on craftsmanship with a highly refined eye for detail strong color judgment and the adaptability required to solve complex finish challenges in a fast-paced prototype environment.

Key Responsibilities

Paint Surfacing & Finish Execution

• Execute complete paint and surfacing processes for show cars concept vehicles design properties and studio development models.
• Perform advanced sanding filling blocking priming sealing masking paint application clear coating curing wet sanding polishing and final detailing.
• Surface panels and properties to preserve intended body lines highlights crown transitions and reflection flow.
• Apply solid metallic pearl translucent multi-stage custom and special-effect finishes using techniques appropriate to each design property.
• Identify and correct surface imperfections texture variation contamination edge conditions color inconsistency and other defects before final release.

Color Development & Quality Control

• Mix tint match and refine custom colors to achieve targeted hues effects gloss levels and visual depth.
• Produce and evaluate spray-out samples comparing color appearance and flop under varied lighting and viewing conditions.
• Perform detailed inspections throughout preparation application and finishing to ensure quality and consistency.
• Assist the Lead Design Painter in developing documenting and improving paint formulas application methods and quality standards.
• Maintain careful records of approved formulas variants spray-out samples and process details when required.

Design Studio Collaboration & Technical Support

• Collaborate with designers modelers engineers fabricators and project partners to understand finish requirements and support design-intent decisions.
• Provide practical recommendations on surface readiness color behavior materials repair approaches and finish feasibility.
• Troubleshoot complex paint and surfacing issues while protecting visual quality and program timing.
• Mentor and support less-experienced painters through hands-on guidance constructive feedback and demonstration of best practices.
• Work independently on technically demanding assignments while coordinating closely with the Lead Design Painter.

Equipment Safety & Work Area

• Clean maintain and verify paint sanding polishing mixing and finishing equipment is ready for reliable use.
• Maintain a clean organized contamination-controlled work area and follow all applicable safety practices and material-handling requirements.
• Monitor material usage and communicate paint consumable tool or equipment needs before they affect project execution.
• Support continuous improvement of studio paint processes quality controls and finishing capability.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7 years of automotive painting experience with demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality custom luxury show-car or prototype finishes.
• Advanced proficiency in surface preparation repair primer systems masking paint application clear coating wet sanding polishing and final detailing.
• Strong surfacing capability with a clear understanding of body lines highlights transitions and reflection quality.
• Proven skill in color mixing tinting matching spray-out evaluation and color correction.
• Strong eye for detail color accuracy gloss consistency surface quality and overall presentation.
• Excellent troubleshooting organization communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments within tight prototype and Design Studio schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an automotive Design Studio concept and show-car shop coachbuilding environment or similar low-volume prototype setting.
• Experience with solid metallic pearl translucent multi-stage and special-effect paint systems.
• Experience preparing high-visibility vehicles or properties for design reviews photography executive presentations or auto shows.
• Experience mentoring junior painters and contributing to process development and quality improvement.

Success Measures

• Consistent delivery of concours-level surface preparation paint application and final finish quality.
• Accurate color matching and reliable execution of approved custom colors and effects.
• Strong preservation of design intent through body-line quality reflections gloss depth and visual consistency.
• Timely completion of complex paint assignments with minimal rework.
• Effective collaboration with the Lead Design Painter and cross-functional Design Studio partners.
• Safe clean disciplined and organized work practices.