Lucid Motors
Sr. Technical Project Manager, Battery
Lucid Motors, Newark, California, United States, 94560
Overview
Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility. At Lucid, we aim to introduce captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and redefine space, performance, and intelligence. We design with the individual and environment in mind, enabling a future of mobility defined by innovation rather than convention. We are seeking a Sr Technical Project Manager, Battery, to join the Powertrain Programs team. The candidate is an experienced program manager and/or systems engineer with high voltage battery product experience, strong organization, and the ability to coordinate with engineering teams and stakeholders for seamless technical program development. Effective communication ensures teams stay aligned with milestones and delivery expectations, with senior management informed of critical issues and concise action plans. Our ideal candidate demonstrates a can-do attitude and the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced, complex environment. Responsibilities
Manage the engineering development process for high voltage battery products, leading a cross-functional team including battery systems, mechanical & electrical hardware, embedded software, prototype build, test & validation, and manufacturing engineering. Develop and maintain the product development timeline and resource requirements. Drive high voltage battery program activities in alignment with the development timeline, including requirements definition, supplier selection, design release, prototyping, engineering testing, process development, DV & PV testing, APQP, and related activities. Make key technical, timing, and supplier decisions that impact system delivery; address blockers and drive resolution. Own and resolve blockers across technical, supplier, organizational, and manufacturing domains, escalating as needed with management teams. Develop and maintain the high voltage battery roadmap (variants, product improvements, supplier changes) and assess impacts on specs, validation, manufacturing, and cost. Define and implement new processes to improve delivery of engineering projects. Qualifications
8+ years of relevant work experience. Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field (Master’s preferred). Strong understanding of automotive product development from concept to series production. Experience with high voltage battery systems and electric vehicles; strong technical fundamentals. Systems engineering approach and ability to align cross-functional teams. Experience with APQP/PPAP, staged gate milestones, and driving to completion. Familiarity with DV, DFMEA, PV development, product launches, and quality/problem-solving tools (e.g., 5 Why, Fishbone, 8D, DFMEA). Experience building and managing program management tools and processes; excellent communication and collaboration in a high-speed, complex environment. Strong organizational and delegation skills with a track record of delivering on time; ability to inspire confidence at executive and engineering levels. Analytical, data-driven decision making; ability to facilitate team decisions and coordinate action plans. Salary and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is location-specific and reflects a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. Eligible candidates may participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or discretionary incentive programs, subject to applicable rules. Apply for this job
To apply, please submit your resume and details as prompted in the application form. Equal Employment Opportunity
Lucid Motors is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under applicable law. We welcome all qualified applicants, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility. At Lucid, we aim to introduce captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and redefine space, performance, and intelligence. We design with the individual and environment in mind, enabling a future of mobility defined by innovation rather than convention. We are seeking a Sr Technical Project Manager, Battery, to join the Powertrain Programs team. The candidate is an experienced program manager and/or systems engineer with high voltage battery product experience, strong organization, and the ability to coordinate with engineering teams and stakeholders for seamless technical program development. Effective communication ensures teams stay aligned with milestones and delivery expectations, with senior management informed of critical issues and concise action plans. Our ideal candidate demonstrates a can-do attitude and the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced, complex environment. Responsibilities
Manage the engineering development process for high voltage battery products, leading a cross-functional team including battery systems, mechanical & electrical hardware, embedded software, prototype build, test & validation, and manufacturing engineering. Develop and maintain the product development timeline and resource requirements. Drive high voltage battery program activities in alignment with the development timeline, including requirements definition, supplier selection, design release, prototyping, engineering testing, process development, DV & PV testing, APQP, and related activities. Make key technical, timing, and supplier decisions that impact system delivery; address blockers and drive resolution. Own and resolve blockers across technical, supplier, organizational, and manufacturing domains, escalating as needed with management teams. Develop and maintain the high voltage battery roadmap (variants, product improvements, supplier changes) and assess impacts on specs, validation, manufacturing, and cost. Define and implement new processes to improve delivery of engineering projects. Qualifications
8+ years of relevant work experience. Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field (Master’s preferred). Strong understanding of automotive product development from concept to series production. Experience with high voltage battery systems and electric vehicles; strong technical fundamentals. Systems engineering approach and ability to align cross-functional teams. Experience with APQP/PPAP, staged gate milestones, and driving to completion. Familiarity with DV, DFMEA, PV development, product launches, and quality/problem-solving tools (e.g., 5 Why, Fishbone, 8D, DFMEA). Experience building and managing program management tools and processes; excellent communication and collaboration in a high-speed, complex environment. Strong organizational and delegation skills with a track record of delivering on time; ability to inspire confidence at executive and engineering levels. Analytical, data-driven decision making; ability to facilitate team decisions and coordinate action plans. Salary and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is location-specific and reflects a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. Eligible candidates may participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or discretionary incentive programs, subject to applicable rules. Apply for this job
To apply, please submit your resume and details as prompted in the application form. Equal Employment Opportunity
Lucid Motors is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under applicable law. We welcome all qualified applicants, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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