Sr. Materials Engineer, Plastics Materials and Processes
Company: Lucid Motors USA, Inc.
Location: Newark
Posted on: September 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Sr. Materials Engineer, Plastics Materials and Processes Newark,
CA / Hardware Engineering / Full-Time
Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury
electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend
the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence.
Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the
future of mobility.
We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to
the fundamentals of great design - where every decision we make is
in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are
no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own
experience.
Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the
industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we're providing a
community for innovators who want to make an immediate and
significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more
sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.
Our Body Engineering team is looking for a significant contributor
to a world-class vehicle engineering team by supporting with
plastics expertise and owning polymer-related aspects from concept
phase to product launch.
Role Be a significant contributor to a world-class vehicle
engineering team by supporting with plastics expertise and owning
polymer-related aspects from concept phase to product launch
Consultation with design engineers and suppliers throughout product
development process, optimizing part function, efficiency, and
cost
Extraction of material requirements from part specifications and
material selection after holistic evaluation of plastic grades
Utilization of understanding of polymers (e.g. structure property
relation) to troubleshoot parts and processes
Development and implementation of test methods and material
specifications
Support of internal non-engineering teams and representation of
Lucid material team in communication with suppliers (incl. on-site
visits)
Qualifications 5+ years' experience, selecting and developing
plastics and composite materials.
Must have worked in automotive development environment, ideally
through complete product development process
Good knowledge of injection molded materials, in-mold decoration
technology utilizing luxury materials such as synthetic leather,
suede, wood, and metal
Proven experience in selection of plastic grades for different
applications
Proven hands-on experience with plastic injection molding process,
including process optimization
Able to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% if
needed
Advantageous Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
Experience with other plastic manufacturing processes and their
part designs (e.g. blow molding, thermal forming, vacuum forming,
over molding, compression molding, slush molding)
Experience with secondary processes (e.g. joining, painting,
plating, press/vacuum lamination)
Experience developing and implementing test methods and material
characterization.
Education MS degree in polymer engineering, material science or
related field
Salary Range : The compensation range for this position is specific
to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and
in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account
the wide variety of factors that are considered in making
compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset;
experience, education and training; certifications; and other
relevant business and organizational factors. Bay Area: $115,000 -
$165,000
Additional Compensation and Benefits : Lucid offers a wide range of
competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life
insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful
candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid's equity
program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to
the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive
awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without
limitation, individual and company performance.)
At Lucid, we don't 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.
To all recruitment agencies : Lucid Motors does not accept agency
resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or
other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for
any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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