Enter a job title or keyword

Staff Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Powertrain Plastics

Lucid Motors


Job Location:

Southfield, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 1 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 26 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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.

Lucids mission is to inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating the most captivating luxury electric vehicles centered around human experience. We constantly seek talented motivated individuals possessing a proven track record of excellence to join our team. Become part of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to transform the automotive and mobility industry.

We are currently seekingStaffSupplier Industrialization Engineerfor ourCorporatePlastic & CompositePowertrainTeam. Our Corporate Supplier Industrialization team enables the industrialization of innovative products in an extremely aggressive thishighly visible roleStaffSupplier IndustrializationEngineeryoullhave the chance to work with a cross-functional team includingGlobal Sales ManagerTechnical Program Managers DesignEngineer and Advanced Manufacturing as well as numerous otherteamsmanage the risks associated with early-stage product development.

Tosucceedyou must be able to guide upfront design development as well as roll up your sleeves with suppliers to create new manufacturing methods and control strategies to achieve ambitious specifications and ensure a flawless execution during launch.

You will:

  • Collaborate with suppliers to provide DFM feedback review injection molding output and approve tooling via molding trials.
  • Work with design engineeringtodownselectearly design concepts by providing supplier feedback on materials and manufacturing methods.
  • Solicit compile and presentDFxfeedback to the Design Engineering team from external suppliers to support design concept down-selection.
  • Serve as the voice of the supplier to internal engineering teams forDevelopmentbuild phases.
  • Support Global Supply Chain Management as the technical point of contact for RFxeffortsas well as developing the technical data package used forsolicitingbids from suppliers.
  • Collaboratedevelopingcustom manufacturing and/or assembly processes to be outsourced to external manufacturing partners
  • Support Global Supply Chain Management as the technical point of contact for RFxeffortsas well as developing the technical data package used forsolicitingbids from suppliers.
  • Be responsible forDriving and Tracking allsuppliersresponsible forECRs and PCN activities.
  • Be able to work independently and make decisions in the best interest of Lucid and its business.
  • Work cross functional with Plant level Manufacturing Incoming Quality Material Planning and Plant SQEs to ensure supplier quality issues arecontainedand Lucid plants are protected.
  • Work closely with Plant SQ teams to investigate supplier quality issues todeterminerootcausesidentifyand implement corrective actions and drivelong-term preventative actions.
  • Perform supplier assessmentsauditsand site inspections; develop process improvement plans and drive implementation;monitorand maintain performance metrics.
  • Support system assembly build define incoming parts inspections procedure as needed track build issues and drive suppliers for containment actions and long-term actions.
  • Haveabilityto travel 25-75% on average on a short term or long-term basis to Lucid Motors and supplier sites globally onshortnotice.

You Bring:

  • BS in Engineering MS preferred or equivalent experience(mechanical/industrial/plastic engineering or related field)
  • 5 years of hands-onin New Product Introduction(NPI)inautomotive plastic & compositedevelopmentpreferably.
  • Deep knowledge of thermoplastic molding and secondaryprocesses (injection molding extrusion compression moldingetc.)
  • Experience taking at multiple new products from the concept phase through production
  • Experience with product lifecycle management tools ( Arena PLM)
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics and drawings and in-depth knowledge of quality standards and specificationsin the area ofplacement.
  • Excellent analytical abilities technical writing ability and comprehensive understanding of quality toolbox (IATF 16949 APQP PPAP SPC MSA FMEA DOE DFM/A GD&T etc.)
  • Certification preferred - American Society for Quality Six Sigma Black Belt etc.
  • Experiencewith relevant industry standards and regulationrequirements including environmental and safety standards like RoHS and REACH and EV battery safety (UN 38.3 UL 2580) electric safety (ISO 6469) and functional safety (ISO 26262).
  • Team player with strong interpersonal skills hands-on and data-driven creative mindset in problem-solving
  • Positive attitude willingness to learn be part of thesolutionand be able to adapt to the dynamic working environment.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Smartsheets JMP Minitab JIRA and Tableau is a plus.
At Lucid we dont just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. 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.

Compensation & Benefits:Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitivebenefits packageincluding medical dental and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays paid sick leave; and a401(k) retirementplan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time employees may alsoparticipatein Lucids equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards if applicable aredeterminedbased on individual performance role scope market considerations and overall company resultsin accordance withthe 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 anyaccommodation toparticipatein the application process please contact us atTA-Operations <@> . 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:Bysubmittingyour application you understand and agree that your personal data will be processedin accordance withourCandidate Privacy Notice.

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.


Required Experience:

Staff IC


About Company

Company Logo

Lucid is the future of sustainable mobility, designing electric cars that further reimagines the driving experience.

View Profile View Profile