Lucid Motors
Manager, Supplier Industrialization HV PCBA
Lucid Motors, Newark, California, United States, 94560
Overview
Newark, CA Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility Lucid Motors is focused on delivering luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and advance mobility. This role supports our mission by ensuring supplier readiness and high-quality PCBAs and SMT in automotive electronics for high-volume production and new product launches. Responsibilities Supplier Development & Strategy
Own the supplier quality roadmap for PCBAs and SMT, aligning with IPC, IATF 16949, and automotive electronics standards. Lead APQP/PPAP execution for new electronic components and assemblies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed DFM/DFT/DFA and manufacturability early in design.
Process & Technical Oversight Oversee audits and qualifications of SMT processes including stencil printing, solder paste inspection, pick & place, reflow, wave/selective soldering, AOI, X-ray, ICT, and functional testing. Ensure suppliers maintain PFMEA, Control Plans, and Poka-Yoke systems. Evaluate supplier process flows, ESD controls, rework practices, and material handling.
Quality & Reliability Leadership Drive implementation of reliability and environmental testing (HALT, HASS, thermal cycling, vibration, humidity). Monitor supplier KPIs (PPM, OTD, escapes) and lead structured problem-solving (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa). Champion continuous improvement and corrective action programs across the supplier base.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Electrical, Electronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field. 8+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing, SMT processes, or supplier quality management. Proven leadership in managing supplier quality for PCBAs and SMT in automotive or high-reliability industries. Expertise in IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IATF 16949, and PPAP/APQP methodologies. Strong analytical skills and hands-on experience with SMT equipment, defect analysis, and process validation.
Location & Onsite Requirement
Please note this role is 100% onsite in our Newark, CA headquarters and does not offer a remote or hybrid option. Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range : $137,900 - $202,180 USD (Base Pay Range for the location). The compensation range is Lucids estimate of the range at the time of posting and may be adjusted based on factors including experience, knowledge, and performance. Additional Compensation and Benefits : Lucid offers competitive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, vacation, 401k) and may include equity and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to applicable rules and company performance. Equal Opportunity
Lucid Motors is 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, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply for this job
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Newark, CA Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility Lucid Motors is focused on delivering luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and advance mobility. This role supports our mission by ensuring supplier readiness and high-quality PCBAs and SMT in automotive electronics for high-volume production and new product launches. Responsibilities Supplier Development & Strategy
Own the supplier quality roadmap for PCBAs and SMT, aligning with IPC, IATF 16949, and automotive electronics standards. Lead APQP/PPAP execution for new electronic components and assemblies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed DFM/DFT/DFA and manufacturability early in design.
Process & Technical Oversight Oversee audits and qualifications of SMT processes including stencil printing, solder paste inspection, pick & place, reflow, wave/selective soldering, AOI, X-ray, ICT, and functional testing. Ensure suppliers maintain PFMEA, Control Plans, and Poka-Yoke systems. Evaluate supplier process flows, ESD controls, rework practices, and material handling.
Quality & Reliability Leadership Drive implementation of reliability and environmental testing (HALT, HASS, thermal cycling, vibration, humidity). Monitor supplier KPIs (PPM, OTD, escapes) and lead structured problem-solving (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa). Champion continuous improvement and corrective action programs across the supplier base.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Electrical, Electronics, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field. 8+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing, SMT processes, or supplier quality management. Proven leadership in managing supplier quality for PCBAs and SMT in automotive or high-reliability industries. Expertise in IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IATF 16949, and PPAP/APQP methodologies. Strong analytical skills and hands-on experience with SMT equipment, defect analysis, and process validation.
Location & Onsite Requirement
Please note this role is 100% onsite in our Newark, CA headquarters and does not offer a remote or hybrid option. Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range : $137,900 - $202,180 USD (Base Pay Range for the location). The compensation range is Lucids estimate of the range at the time of posting and may be adjusted based on factors including experience, knowledge, and performance. Additional Compensation and Benefits : Lucid offers competitive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, vacation, 401k) and may include equity and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to applicable rules and company performance. Equal Opportunity
Lucid Motors is 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, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply for this job
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