Optomechanical Engineer, Vision and Communication

Overview

Staff Optomechanical Engineer, Vision and Communication — Newark, CA

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.

• Lead mechanical design and integration of optomechanical components, including lens systems and mounts.
• Develop 3D models in CATIA V5/V6 to support in-house development project, and RFQ predevelopment.
• Manage components from initial design through prototype and into serial production.
• Create system requirements and specifications for best-in-class optomechanical systems.
• Verify and approve final component and product designs prior to release.
• Participate in early concept development for vehicle product definition and feasibility.
• Contribute to vehicle packaging and layout strategy.
• Perform benchmark studies to identify alternative solutions for optomechanical integration.
• Interpret CAE simulations to enhance system performance.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, trends, and regulations in lighting, sensing, and vision domains.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize assembly, appearance, fit, and finish of optomechanical devices.
• Mentor design engineers on integration best practices and technical problem-solving.
• Lead and manage product development with key suppliers.
• Coordinate and lead design reviews across program milestones.
• Serve as subject matter expert for optomechanical systems, guiding technology selection and system interfaces.
• Define and coordinate testing and validation activities at system and vehicle levels.
• Validate and sign off optomechanical components prior to design release.
• Ensure legal compliance of optomechanical devices across global markets.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and resolve issues in production and new product development.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation including TES, DFMEA, and DVP.
• Support development of Engineering Statement of Work and DVP&R.
• Assist with DFM, Moldflow analysis, and tooling reviews.
• Contribute to assembly strategy including guiding, locating, and mounting components to meet build objectives.

• 10 plus years of engineering experience in the automotive sector, with a strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals.
• Proven experience in design and development engineering in optomechanical devices with tight tolerances and high precision, including but not limited to lighting, vision and sensing systems.
• Knowledge of plastics, glass and common metals.
• Knowledge of injection molding, plastic bonding processes and lens manufacturing processes.
• Experienced with CATIA V5 and V6 (NX, Unigraphics is acceptable).
• Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and other technical documents.
• Proven knowledge and proficiency in GD&T.
• Experience interpreting optical simulation reports.
• Understanding of optical principles, with experience creating complex Optomechanical integrations and the ability to model an excellent standard.
• Technology knowledge for tooling, electronics production and testing.
• Understanding of design processes from initial concept stages through tooling released and production launch.
• Willingness to travel to suppliers, and assembly plant during the launch.
• Demonstrated experience managing difficult projects with tight timelines and budgetary constraints.
• Strong…