Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Battery (2nd Shift)
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Lucid Motors
Job Description
Lucid Motors is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Powertrain Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Battery (Sustaining - 2nd shift) to lead the development, design, and optimization of manufacturing processes for Powertrain lines. This role involves working with cross-functional teams, including Logistics, Manufacturing Operations, Facilities, Product Engineering, and New Product Introduction, to ensure the successful design, installation, and operation of Powertrain equipment. With a focus on enhancing production efficiency, this engineer will be responsible for developing robust manufacturing processes, optimizing equipment design, and ensuring the highest quality standards in Powertrain production.
Powertrain (Sustaining) product lines include Inverter, Drive Unit, Power Electronics, Stator & Rotor, Battery Pack, Battery Enclosure and Battery Module.
You Will:
- Lead technical teams in developing and optimizing Powertrain equipment, manufacturing processes, and production efficiency.
- Develop and sustain manufacturing processes for Powertrain lines, focusing on equipment design, process parameters, and station readiness for launches.
- Work cross-functionally with layout engineering, logistics, and product engineering to optimize line layouts and equipment specifications.
- Lead efforts in tracking and improving First Pass Yield (FPY) and monitoring error-proofing systems to enhance product quality and reliability.
- Oversee and optimize key manufacturing processes including soldering, dispensing, torquing, and End-of-Line Testing (EOLT).
- Implement engineering solutions to address product design changes, reduce variation, and ensure consistent quality control.
- Utilize problem-solving methodologies (8D, Six Sigma, DOE) to resolve complex production challenges and drive continuous improvement.
- Use 3D modeling and simulations to validate equipment designs for robotics, end-of-arm tooling, pick-and-place automation, and vision systems.
- Drive cycle time improvements, enhance throughput, and manage consumables/scrap to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize resource utilization.
- Provide equipment validation leadership with familiarity in control systems, I/Os, and machine coding logic; flexible to support production across all shifts including weekends and holidays.
You Bring:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) or STEM Degree.
- 5+ years of experience in Powertrain Equipment/Manufacturing/Process Engineering with focus on automotive powertrain equipment design and sustaining.
- 5+ years of experience with AutoCAD, Catia, and Delmia for equipment de