Sr. Technical Project Manager, Exterior Trim

Sr. Technical Project Manager, Exterior Trim

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.

We are currently seeking a skilled Sr. Technical Project Manager for the Exterior Trim team directed towards Exterior System Components. You will work with a team of talented engineers in support of the Exterior components design & development efforts  will manage multiple scheduling activities for simultaneous projects, leveraging your expertise in managing automotive trim commodities and working closely with a lean team comprised of the best automotive engineers.

You will coordinate with the PMO, Design, Craftsmanship, Supply‑chain, and testing/vehicle safety departments.

You will help balance the utilization of all engineers to accomplish projects within budget constraints and delivery timing, working closely in coordination with other Group Project Managers.

• Create and maintain detailed Gantt charts of multiple design projects identified during the cost reduction exercise or new accessories requirement coming through PMO
• Track progress and encourage team work to hit each milestone on time
• Interface with test department and Exterior Trim suppliers to keep the validation program on‑time for start of vehicle production along with BOM management
• Utilize Jira to communicate engineering tasks and progress
• Utilize Confluence to publish critical information
• Provide regular progress updates to management and the executive staff
• Lead design release and engineering change requests through Lucid ECR system
• Provide technical guidance to solve engineering challenges with mechanical systems
• Pro‑actively work with other teams and partners to solve launch challenges and maintain positive relationships between stakeholders
• Occasional trips to the manufacturing plant in Arizona to support build activities
• Present to Executive staff when required

• 7+ years of work experience in Automotive domain
• 3+ years of Project Management experience leading end‑to‑end programs
• 3+ years of Exterior or Interior trim systems experience
• 3+ years of plastics design experience
• Basic knowledge and experience with CAD programs
• Experience with Atlassian Jira, and Confluence or similar

• CATIA experience is desirable
• Automotive Accessories/ cost reduction/ should cost experience
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Flexibility to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with ability to draw decisions using data and metrics

Bachelor’s degree in a Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering or related field

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 identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$189,000 - $277,200 USD

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.